NOAA updates rules for Pacific Coast groundfish permits
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a final rule changing how certain fishing permits work in the Pacific Coast groundfish fishery. These changes specifically target “limited entry fixed gear” (LEFG) permit holders.
Why it matters: This is largely an administrative update intended to reduce paperwork and give certain fishermen more operational flexibility.
Who it affects
- Owners of limited entry fixed gear permits in the Pacific Coast groundfish fishery
This information comes from the Commerce Department/NOAA via the Federal Register; readers should consult the official document before making business or compliance decisions.
Agency: Commerce Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document