🎣Nominations Open for Western Central Pacific Fisheries Advisory Committee
Nominations for the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission Permanent Advisory Committee
Summary
NMFS is soliciting nominations (which may include self- nominations) to the Advisory Committee to the U.S. Section to the Permanent Advisory Committee (PAC) as established under the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention (WCPFC) Implementation Act (Act). The PAC, composed of individuals from groups concerned with the fisheries covered by the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention (Convention), provides recommendations to the U.S. Commissioners to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (Commission) regarding the deliberations and decisions of the Commission.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The notice outlines a regulatory process for nominations to the Advisory Committee affecting stakeholders in the fishing industry. This could implicate business owners and executives focused on fisheries operations as participation could influence management and recommendations regarding fishing practices. The emphasis on diversity in nominations also indicates potential for broader representation in decision-making.