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Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Evaluation of SE Catch Shares Programs
Summary
The NOAA announces a request for information collection to evaluate Southeast Catch Shares Programs, focusing on socio-economic factors. This evaluation, required every 5 to 7 years by the Magnuson-Stevens Act, aims to assess program performance by collecting data from catch share participants on market practices and demographics. The findings will inform fishing management decisions and regulatory proposals.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The notice highlights a new information collection request that affects business owners, particularly those involved in fisheries, as they will need to provide demographic and operational data for a socio-economic evaluation of catch share programs. Compliance with evolving regulatory requirements imposed by the Magnuson-Stevens Act is a significant concern.