Snapper Grouper Regulatory Amendment 38
Amendment Summary
Purpose of Amendment: Modify vessel limits for South Atlantic headboats and golden tilefish catch levels.
Action Summary: Establish vessel limits for select snapper grouper species for headboats and adjust catch levels of golden tilefish.
Key Events:
- March 2026: Amendment initiated.
- June 2026: The Council discussed how to properly define a headboat vessel as it pertains to this action, refined the set of actions and alternatives and edited the purpose and need statements.
- September 2026: approved for public hearings and added an action to adjust catch levels for golden tilefish.
Most recent amendment document
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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.