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Council Meeting Scheduled for December 8-12, 2025 in Kitty Hawk, NC
Members of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council will convene their quarterly meeting December 8-12, 2025 on the Outer Banks of NC.
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Members of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council will convene their quarterly meeting December 8-12, 2025 on the Outer Banks of NC.
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The Council’s Science Seminar Series continues in November with presentations highlighting the collaboration between the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, The Nature Conservancy, research scientists, and fishermen to investigate whether priority species continue to spawn in three natural-bottom Spawning Special Management Zones (SMZs) established by the Council in 2017.
Council Seeks Public Input on Proposed Management Measures for Black Sea Bass and Snapper Grouper Management Complex
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is soliciting public input on management measures proposed for Black Sea Bass and the composition of the Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Unit (FMU).
Council Seeks Applicants for Federal Fishery Advisory Panels
Become more involved in federal fisheries management by applying now for open seats on the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s advisory panels.
SAFMC Award of Excellence Presented to Dr. Jack McGovern for Dedication to Fisheries Research and Management
Dr. Jack McGovern is the recipient of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s 2025 Award of Excellence.
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The Council’s Science Seminar Series continues this month with a focus on how citizen science is playing a role in fisheries data collection.
Council Begins Lines of Communication Initiative with Georgia Meetings in November
Members of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council have launched a new initiative to give fishermen and other stakeholders an opportunity to share their perspectives and help shape the future of federally managed species.
Council Addresses Broad Range of Federal Fishery Issues During September Meeting
Executive Orders, options for state management of red snapper, an increase in blueline tilefish catch limits, and measures for black sea bass were included in a week-long meeting.
South Atlantic Fishery Management Council Recognizes Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award Recipients
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council presented the 2024 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award during its meeting this week in North Charleston, South Carolina.
