Spiny Lobster Amendment 3
Amendment Summary
Defined overfishing and clarified that NMFS may charge the administrative cost of issuing permits.
Amendment documents
Implemented Regulations
- Included a section in the FMP defining overfishing and a section on the issuance of permits.
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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.