Snapper Grouper Amendment 13A
Amendment Summary
Extended for an indefinite period the regulation prohibiting fishing for and possessing snapper grouper species within the Oculina Experimental Closed Area.
Amendment documents
Implemented Regulations
- Extended regulations within the Oculina Experimental closed area that prohibited fishing for and retention of snapper grouper species for an indefinite period within a 10-yr revaluation by the Council.
- The Council will review the configuration and size of the Oculina Experimental closed area within 3 years of the publication date of the final rule.
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Council staff and the Council identify issues and develop actions and alternatives.
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The Council takes public comment 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.