🎣2025 Commercial Closure for Gulf Greater Amberjack Fishing
Fisheries of the Gulf of America; 2025 Commercial Closure for Gulf Greater Amberjack
Summary
NMFS implements an accountability measure (AM) for the Gulf of America (Gulf) greater amberjack commercial sector for the 2025 fishing year through this temporary rule. NMFS has determined that Gulf greater amberjack commercial landings have reached the commercial annual catch target (ACT). Therefore, the 2025 commercial fishing season for greater amberjack in the Gulf exclusive economic zone (EEZ) will close on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, and will remain closed through December 31, 2025. These actions are necessary to protect the Gulf greater amberjack resource.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The text outlines a temporary commercial fishing closure for Gulf greater amberjack due to the attainment of the annual catch target. This directly impacts commercial fishers and businesses relying on the sale of greater amberjack, as they are prohibited from selling or purchasing this fish during the closure period. Compliance with the regulations is imperative for affected businesses.