16 Jun 2025
🐟Public Meetings on Fishery Management in American Samoa
Western Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meetings
Summary
The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) will hold a meeting of its American Samoa Council Advisors and its American Samoa Regional Ecosystem Advisory Committee (REAC) meeting to discuss and make recommendations on fishery management issues in the western Pacific region.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The meetings address fishery management issues in American Samoa, including deep sea mining and climate change impacts, which may impact local businesses, fisheries, and related industries. Participation in public meetings allows businesses to influence regulatory decision-making affecting their operations.