🌊NMFS Notice on Marine Mammals and Hilcorp Alaska Oil Operations
Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Hilcorp Alaska, LLC Oil and Gas Activities in Cook Inlet, Alaska
Summary
NMFS has received a request from the Hilcorp Alaska, LLC (Hilcorp) for authorization to take small numbers of marine mammals incidental to oil and gas activities in Cook Inlet, Alaska, over the course of five years from the date of issuance. Pursuant to regulations implementing the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS is announcing receipt of Hilcorp's request for the development and implementation of regulations governing the incidental taking of marine mammals. NMFS invites the public to provide information, suggestions, and comments on Hilcorp's application and request.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The notice involves compliance and regulatory requirements for Hilcorp Alaska, LLC regarding the authorized taking of marine mammals during oil and gas operations. Business owners should ensure compliance with regulations set forth by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to mitigate legal and financial risks.