NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Pacific Halibut Recreational Quota Entity Program Fee Collection; Correction
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Summary
This regulation corrects a federal rule about how fishing companies in Alaska pay fees for recreational halibut fishing permits in the ocean. The fee collection system helps manage halibut fishing to keep the population healthy while allowing people to catch fish for personal use.
Key Points
- 1The rule fixes errors in how NOAA (the federal fishing agency) collects fees from organizations that manage recreational halibut fishing quotas in Alaskan waters
- 2Fishing companies and charter boat operators must pay these fees, which fund the management and monitoring of halibut fishing
- 3The correction ensures the fee collection process is accurate and legally correct
- 4This affects recreational anglers indirectly through the charter boat and fishing services they use
- 5The rule takes effect after publication and applies to future fee collection periods
Impact Assessment
If you are a fishing company or charter operator in Alaska, this means you need to pay updated fees for recreational halibut fishing permits under the corrected fee collection system.
Impact Level
Routine
Geographic Scope
State-specific
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
Small BusinessesImporters/ExportersConsumers
Key Dates
Published
November 19, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
50 CFR Part 679
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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