NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; 2025-2027 Atlantic Herring Fishery Specifications
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Summary
This regulation sets catch limits and fishing rules for Atlantic herring in northeastern U.S. waters for 2025-2027. It affects commercial and recreational fishers, seafood prices, and ocean ecosystems by controlling how much herring can be harvested each year.
Key Points
- 1Establishes specific catch limits (quotas) for Atlantic herring fishing over a three-year period to prevent overfishing
- 2Applies to commercial fishing operations and recreational fishers in northeastern Atlantic waters off the U.S. coast
- 3Based on scientific assessments of herring population health to ensure the species can sustain itself long-term
- 4May impact seafood availability and prices since herring is used for food, bait, and animal feed
- 5Enforced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) with penalties for violations
Impact Assessment
If you are a commercial herring fisher, this means your annual catch limits are set for 2025-2027, which will directly affect your business revenue and operational planning.
Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope
Regional
Compliance Cost
Moderate
Who is Affected
Small BusinessesConsumersWorkers/LaborersState Governments
Key Dates
Published
December 11, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
50 CFR Part 648
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (NOAA-NMFS-2025-0049)
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: Atlantic Herring Fishery; 2026 Management Area 1B Possession Limit Adjustment
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: 2026 Atlantic Herring Fishery Specifications
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: 2025-2027 Atlantic Herring Fishery Specifications
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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