🎣Increased Red Grouper Catch Limits
Reef Fish Fishery of the Gulf of America; Red Grouper Catch Limits
Summary
NMFS issues this final temporary rule to promulgate emergency measures, due to recently discovered circumstances to mitigate harmful economic conditions to red grouper fishermen in the Gulf of America (Gulf). As requested by the Gulf Council (Council), NMFS issues this final temporary rule to increase the Gulf red grouper catch limits for the remainder of the 2025 fishing year. The purpose of this emergency action is to allow for increased harvest opportunities in the commercial and recreational sectors, particularly by extending the recreational fishing season and increasing the revenue potential for commercial and charter vessel/headboat (for-hire) fishermen targeting red grouper.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The regulation increases red grouper catch limits, directly benefiting commercial and recreational fishermen by enhancing revenue opportunities. It aims to alleviate economic hardships caused by shortened fishing seasons, with implications for the fishing industry in the Gulf of America. The expected positive financial impact suggests high relevance for business owners.