NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the South Atlantic: 2025 Commercial Closure of Red Snapper in the South Atlantic
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Summary
The federal government is closing commercial fishing for red snapper in the South Atlantic for 2025, meaning professional fishermen cannot legally catch and sell this fish in that region. This decision was made to protect the red snapper population, which has been overfished and needs time to recover.
Key Points
- 1Commercial fishermen in the South Atlantic cannot catch or sell red snapper during 2025
- 2The closure applies to the area off the coasts of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina
- 3Red snapper populations have declined due to overfishing and need protection to rebuild
- 4Recreational fishing for red snapper may have different rules and should be checked separately
- 5This regulation is enforced by NOAA's fisheries division and violations can result in fines and penalties
Impact Assessment
If you are a commercial red snapper fisherman in the South Atlantic, you cannot legally catch and sell red snapper in 2025, directly eliminating this income source for your business.
Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope
Regional
Compliance Cost
Significant
Who is Affected
Small BusinessesWorkers/LaborersConsumersImporters/Exporters
Key Dates
Published
September 23, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
50 CFR Part 622
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (NOAA-NMFS-2015-0125)
NOAAAgriculture
Coastal Migratory Pelagic Resources of the Gulf of America and Atlantic Region: 2025-2026 Commercial Closure for Spanish Mackerel in the Atlantic Southern Zone
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of America, and South Atlantic: 2025 Commercial Closure for Gag in the South Atlantic
NOAAAgriculture
2025 Commercial Longline Closure for Golden Tilefish in the South Atlantic
NOAAAgriculture
Fisheries of the South Atlantic: Re-opening of Commercial Harvest for Blueline Tilefish in the South Atlantic
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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