🐬Modified Authorization for Marine Mammal Take 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 TGS 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
$$$ - High
The notice regarding the modification of the Letter of Authorization for TGS to take marine mammals incidental to geophysical surveys has direct regulatory compliance implications for businesses in the oil and gas sector operating in the Gulf of America. It outlines specific conditions under which taking marine mammals can occur, impacting operational strategies and legal adherence.