Snapper Grouper Amendment 1
Amendment Summary
Prohibited trawl gear in the directed snapper grouper fishery south of Cape Hatteras (NC) to Cape Canaveral (FL).
Amendment documents
Implemented Regulations
- Prohibited trawl gear south of Cape Hatteras, NC, and north of Cape Canaveral, FL.
- A vessel with trawl gear and more than 200 lbs of fish in the snapper grouper fishery on board will be defined as a directed fishery.
- Update of the habitat section of the FMP – developed a description of the habitat of the stocks comprising the MU, habitat condition, habitat threats, habitat information needs, habitat protection programs, and recommendations.
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The Council identifies management needs and develop actions and alternatives.
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The Council facilitates a designated public comment opportunity on the draft amendment.
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The Council votes to approve the amendment and send it to NOAA Fisheries.
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NOAA Fisheries reviews the amendment and publishes proposed and final rules, with public comment periods.
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The final rule is in effect.