News Releases

NEWS RELEASE  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 15, 2019 (PDF - click here) CONTACT: Kim Iverson/843-571-4366/kim.iverson@safmc.net [hr] Council Seeks Applicants for Federal Fishery Advisory Panels   The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is currently soliciting applicants for open advisory panel seats. Advisory panel members provide information and guidance in the development and implementation of federal fishery…

NEWS RELEASE  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2019 (PDF - click here) CONTACT: Kim Iverson/843-571-4366/kim.iverson@safmc.net [hr] Council Wraps Up Meeting Week by Approving Measures for Best Fishing Practices Regulatory Amendment 29 would require descending devices; New Executive Director selected   Charleston, SC- Members of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council concluded their week-long meeting in…

NEWS RELEASE  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 20, 2019 (PDF - click here) CONTACT: Kim Iverson/843-571-4366/kim.iverson@safmc.net [hr] Council Recognizes USCG Cutter Cormorant Crew for Fisheries Enforcement Efforts Annual Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award presented at September meeting   Charleston, SC- Each year the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council presents its Law Enforcement Officer of the…

NEWS RELEASE  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2019 (PDF - click here) CONTACT: Kim Iverson/843-571-4366/kim.iverson@safmc.net [hr] Council Seeks Input on Proposed Changes for Red Snapper Season    August public hearings scheduled via webinar with listening stations   The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is soliciting public input on proposed changes to regulations for red snapper affecting…