Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council

Managing fishery resources in the U.S. federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico

Managing fishery resources to achieve the greatest harvest year after year while ensuring the health of fish stocks, ecosystems, and habitat.

The Council relies on sound science and public opinion to make fishery management recommendations that aim to balance competing interests and achieve the greatest overall benefit to the nation.

CMP Amendment 32 - Gulf Group Cobia Public Hearings

Endangered Species Act (ESA) Coral Explorer Web App

Download the Fish Rules Recreational and Commercial Fishing Regulations Apps

Southeast For-Hire Electronic Reporting Program

Fishing for Our Future

Red Snapper

HOT TOPICS

Press Release Archive

UPCOMING MEETINGS

Wed 20

Council Coordination Committee (CCC) Hosted by Pacific Council

October 19 @ 9:00 am - October 21 @ 4:00 pm EDT

Mon 25

October Council Meeting – Orange Beach, AL

October 25 @ 8:30 am - October 28 @ 4:00 pm CDT

Mon 25

Public Hearing: CMP Amendment 32 (Cobia) – Orange Beach, AL

October 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

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SEEKING PUBLIC INPUT

Modifications to the Gulf of Mexico Migratory Group Cobia Catch Limits, Possession Limits, Size Limits, and Framework Procedure (Amendment 32)

Modification of Gulf of Mexico Red Grouper Catch Limits

More Fishery Issues Under Consideration

Submit General Fishery Comment

THE CORAL PORTAL

NOAA Coral Reef

Interactive maps of habitats and fishery management areas; resources highlighting issues under consideration; and educational materials to support your understanding of corals, habitats, and the species linked to them.