NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Shortraker Rockfish in the Central Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska
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Summary
This rule manages how much shortraker rockfish can be caught in a specific area of the Gulf of Alaska off the U.S. coast. The regulation helps prevent overfishing of this deep-sea fish species so that populations stay healthy for future generations and the fishing industry can continue sustainably.
Key Points
- 1Sets catch limits for shortraker rockfish in the Central Gulf of Alaska to prevent the species from being overfished
- 2Affects commercial fishing companies and fishermen who operate in federal waters off Alaska
- 3Requires fishermen to follow specific rules about how much of this fish species they can remove from the ocean
- 4Part of broader federal efforts to manage ocean resources and protect marine ecosystems
- 5Helps balance the need to allow fishing while keeping fish populations healthy enough to reproduce
Impact Assessment
If you are a commercial fishing business operating in the Central Gulf of Alaska, this means you will need to comply with new catch limits on shortraker rockfish to help maintain sustainable fish populations.
Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope
Regional
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
Small BusinessesWorkers/LaborersImporters/Exporters
Key Dates
Published
April 18, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
50 CFR Part 679
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (NOAA-NMFS-2024-0124)
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Pacific Cod by Vessels Using Pot Gear in the Central Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Pacific Cod by Catcher Vessels Less Than 50 Feet Length Overall Using Hook-and-Line Gear in the Central Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Inseason Adjustment to the 2026 Gulf of Alaska Pacific Cod Total Allowable Catch
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Demersal Shelf Rockfish in the Western, Central, and West Yakutat Regulatory Areas of the Gulf of Alaska
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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