Spiny Lobster Regulatory Amendment 4
Amendment Summary
Addressed spiny lobster annual catch limit and recreational traps.
Amendment documents
Implemented Regulations
- Modified the definition of management benchmarks including MSY, MFMT, ACL, and ACT.
- Prohibited the use of traps for the recreational harvest of spiny lobster in the south Atlantic EEZ.
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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.