🐠NOAA Workshop Participant Registration for Protected Species
The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), invites the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on proposed, and continuing information collections, which helps us assess the impact of our information collection requirements and minimize the public's reporting burden. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB.
Learn More🎣Evaluation of Southeast Catch Shares Programs
The NOAA announces a request for information collection to evaluate Southeast Catch Shares Programs, focusing on socio-economic factors. This evaluation, required every 5 to 7 years by the Magnuson-Stevens Act, aims to assess program performance by collecting data from catch share participants on market practices and demographics. The findings will inform fishing management decisions and regulatory proposals.
Learn More🎣NOAA's Data Collection for Fishing Industry Research in Pacific Coast
The Department of Commerce intends to collect information from the fishing community to support the expansion of fishery-independent groundfish research surveys. This initiative aims to close data gaps and improve stock assessments while involving industry stakeholders in the research process.
Learn More🐟Aleutian Islands Pollock Fishery Regulation Requirements Overview
The Department of Commerce seeks public comment on an information collection request related to the Aleutian Islands pollock fishery. This collection, managed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, pertains to the annual participant requirements set by The Aleut Corporation for economic development related to pollock harvesting and processing in Adak, Alaska.
Learn More🐋Analysis of Marine Mammal Research Permit Amendment by NOAA
Notice is hereby given that The University of Alaska Southeast, 1332 Seward Ave, Sitka, AK 99835 (Responsible Party: Jan Straley), has applied for an amendment to scientific research Permit No. 24378-01.
Learn More🌊Permit Issued for Pillar Coral Restoration in Puerto Rico
Notice is hereby given that the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (PRDNER), San Jos[eacute] Industrial Park, 1375 Ave. Ponce de Le[oacute]n, San Juan, PR 00926 (Responsible Party: Nilda Jimenez-Marrero, Ph.D.) has been issued a permit to take pillar coral (Dendrogyra cylindrus) for purposes of enhancement.
Learn More🐬Regulatory Notice on Marine Mammal Research Permit Application
Notice is hereby given that Charted Marine Consulting, 536 Fairfax Ave., Norfolk, VA 23507 (Responsible Party: Kristi Fazioli), has applied in due form for a permit to conduct research on bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus).
Learn More🌊NOAA Bay Watershed Education Program Information Collection Notice
The Department of Commerce, through NOAA, is inviting public comments on an information collection initiative related to the Bay Watershed Education and Training Program. This program aims to enhance environmental education and stewardship among various stakeholders, including businesses and educational institutions, by assessing and improving funded projects across several regions.
Learn More🎣Caribbean Fishery Management Council Public Meeting Notice
The Caribbean Fishery Management Council (CFMC) will hold the 186th public hybrid meeting to address the items contained in the tentative agenda included in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.
Learn More🎣Inseason Modifications for West Coast Salmon Fisheries
NMFS announces two inseason actions for the 2024 portion of the 2024-2025 ocean salmon fisheries. These inseason actions modify the recreational and commercial salmon fisheries in the area from Cape Falcon, OR, to the United States/Mexico border.
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