NMFS Proposes Regulations for Atlantic Deep-Sea Red Crab Fishery Amendment 3

Summary

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) proposes new regulations to implement Amendment 3 to the Atlantic Deep-Sea Red Crab Fishery Management Plan, aiming to align with the Magnuson-Stevens Act's catch limits and accountability measures. The proposed rule also addresses a recommended measure to modify existing trap restrictions and another to remove a prohibition on landing more than one standard tote of female red crabs.