Snapper Grouper Secretarial Amendment 59
Amendment Summary and Details
Purpose of Amendment: NMFS is proposing changes to the management of red snapper and other species in the snapper-grouper complex through Amendment 59 to the Snapper-Grouper FMP (Amendment 59), specifically, to end and prevent overfishing of the South Atlantic red snapper stock and maintain adequate rebuilding progress.
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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.