13 Mar 2025
🎣Temporary Closure of Pacific Cod Fishing in Alaska's Gulf of Alaska
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Pacific Cod by Vessels Using Pot Gear in the Central Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska
Summary
NMFS is prohibiting directed fishing for Pacific cod by vessels using pot gear in the Central Regulatory Area of the Gulf of Alaska (GOA). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the A season allowance of the 2025 total allowable catch (TAC) of Pacific cod by vessels using pot gear in the Central Regulatory Area of the GOA.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The regulatory text introduces a temporary fishing closure for Pacific cod by vessels using pot gear in the designated area, impacting fisheries operations financially due to loss of access. Businesses must comply with this regulation or face repercussions.