🐬Notice of Authorization for Taking Marine Mammals in Gulf of America
Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of America (Formerly Gulf of Mexico)
Summary
In accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), as amended, its implementing regulations, and NMFS' MMPA regulations for taking marine mammals incidental to geophysical surveys related to oil and gas activities in the Gulf of America, originally published as "Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of Mexico," notification is hereby given that NMFS has modified the Letter of Authorization (LOA) issued to Viridien for the take of marine mammals incidental to geophysical survey activity in the Gulf of America (GOA).
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The document issues a Letter of Authorization (LOA) allowing the incidental taking of marine mammals for geophysical surveys related to oil and gas activities. Businesses in these sectors must comply with the regulations stipulated by NMFS, affecting their operations, potential liabilities, and environmental responsibilities.