9 Jul 2025
🐋Correction on Marine Mammals Regulation by NOAA
Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Rocky Intertidal Monitoring Surveys Along the Oregon and California Coasts
Summary
The Department of Commerce, through NOAA, has issued a correction regarding the regulation of marine mammal takes incidental to monitoring activities along the Oregon and California coasts. This update impacts compliance protocols for businesses involved in such activities, emphasizing the importance of adhering to marine protection standards.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The regulation details compliance requirements concerning marine mammal protections during specific activities. Businesses engaged in coastal monitoring or related fields must ensure compliance with these updated regulations to avoid potential legal and financial repercussions.