Shrimp Amendment 2
Amendment summary
Added pink shrimp to the management unit, established multiple definitions for brown and pink shrimp, required the use of certified bycatch reduction devices in all penaeid shrimp trawls, and established a framework for bycatch reduction devices certification.
Amendment documents
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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.