NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Amendment 125 to the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Fishery Management Plan; Pacific Cod Small Boat Access
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Summary
This federal rule changes how fishing companies can catch Pacific cod in the waters off Alaska, specifically giving smaller fishing boats better access to this valuable fish species. The change aims to help small-scale fishing operations compete fairly with larger commercial fishing fleets in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands region.
Key Points
- 1Modifies fishing rules to allow small fishing boats to catch more Pacific cod in federal waters off Alaska
- 2Affects small-scale commercial fishing operations that rely on Pacific cod as part of their business
- 3Attempts to create a more level playing field between large fishing corporations and independent or small company fishermen
- 4Applies to the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands, which are major U.S. fishing areas that supply seafood to markets nationwide
- 5Managed by NOAA, the federal agency responsible for ocean and fishery regulations
Key Dates
Published
February 12, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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