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News Releases – 2020

Dec302020
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Fall 2020/Winter 2021 Gulf Fishery News Now Available

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanDecember 30, 2020

Read the latest edition of Gulf Fishery News! Gulf Fishery News is available on our website Download PDF version here. Sign up for Council news updates here!

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Dec182020
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Gulf Council Solicits Proposals for Development of a Document and Geodatabase for Mesophotic and Deep-Water Corals in the Gulf of Mexico

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinDecember 18, 2020

For Immediate Release December 18, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council has issued a Request for Proposals for a qualified contractor to compile and synthesize information on…

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Dec182020
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The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committees to Meet January 5-7, 2021

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinDecember 18, 2020

Meeting Notice December 18, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will hold a three-day webinar of its Standing, Reef Fish, Mackerel, Socioeconomic, and Ecosystem Scientific and Statistical…

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Dec142020
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Reminder of Upcoming Webinars for the New South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico For-Hire Electronic Reporting Requirements

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanDecember 14, 2020

The following NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: Reminder of Upcoming Webinars for the New South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico For-Hire Electronic Reporting Requirements Webinar Dates: December…

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Dec102020
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The Gulf Council Asks Fishermen for Information on Gag Grouper

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinDecember 10, 2020

For Immediate Release December 10, 2020 The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council would like to gain a better understanding of gag grouper in the Gulf of Mexico. It is…

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Dec82020
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Gulf Council Solicits Proposals for Development of a Fishery Ecosystem Plan

Year 2020By Jessica MatosDecember 8, 2020

For Immediate Release December 4, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council has issued a Request for Proposals for development of a Fishery Ecosystem Plan. The Council is…

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Dec32020
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November/December Council Update

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinDecember 3, 2020

For Immediate Release December 2, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council met virtually on November 30 – December 1, 2020. The meeting began with a presentation from…

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Nov252020
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New South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico For-Hire Electronic Reporting Requirements Begin January 2021

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanNovember 25, 2020

The following NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: New South Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico For-Hire Electronic Reporting Requirements Begin January 2021 Educational materials are on their way…

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Nov182020
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Final Rule Revises the Annual Catch Limit for Gray Snapper in the Gulf of Mexico

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinNovember 18, 2020

The following NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: KEY MESSAGE: NOAA Fisheries announces a final rule for gray snapper in the Gulf of Mexico.  This rule reduces the…

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Nov132020
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Gulf Council to Meet by Webinar November 30 – December 1, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinNovember 13, 2020

Meeting Notice November 13, 2020  The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet November 30 – December 1, 2020 by webinar. The Council plans to take final action on…

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Nov92020
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Gulf Council to Host Webinar Public Hearing on Status Determination Criteria and Optimum Yield for Reef Fish Stocks and Red Drum

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinNovember 9, 2020

Meeting Notice November 9, 2020 The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will host a public hearing via webinar on proposed Reef Fish Amendment 48 and Red Drum Amendment 5.…

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Oct302020
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October Council Update

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinOctober 30, 2020

For Immediate Release October 30, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council met virtually on October 26-28, 2020. The Council began by populating its Council Committee Roster for…

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Oct292020
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Gulf Council Convenes a Virtual Meeting of its Shrimp Advisory Panel

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinOctober 29, 2020

Meeting Notice October 29, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will convene a meeting of its Shrimp Advisory Panel from 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM, EST on…

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Oct272020
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Gulf Council Meeting and Opportunities for Public Engagement Impacted by Anticipated Landfall of Tropical Storm Zeta

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinOctober 27, 2020

For Immediate Release October 27, 2020   This week’s Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council meeting will be modified to allow our Council, fishermen, and broader stakeholder community time to…

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Oct222020
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Gulf Council and NOAA Fisheries Will Host a Virtual Question and Answer Session with the Public

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinOctober 22, 2020

For Immediate Release October 23, 2020 The Gulf Council Chairman, Dr. Tom Frazer; Regional Administrator of NOAA Fisheries, Dr. Roy Crabtree; Director of the Southeast Regional Science Center, Dr. Clay…

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Oct162020
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NOAA Fisheries Announces Designation of Habitat Areas of Particular Concern for Deep-Water Coral and Associated Fishing

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinOctober 16, 2020

ISSUE DATE: October 16, 2020                                                      …

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Oct72020
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Gulf Council to Meet by Webinar October 26-29, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinOctober 7, 2020

Meeting Notice October 7, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet October 26-29, 2020 by webinar. The Council will begin by reviewing and adopting its Council…

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Oct62020
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September Council Update

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinOctober 6, 2020

For Immediate ReleaseOctober 6, 2020 The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council met virtually from September 28-30, 2020. The Council reappointed three returning Council members for another 3-year term: Mr.…

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Sep282020
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Gulf Council’s Outreach and Education Technical Committee to Meet

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinSeptember 28, 2020

Meeting Notice September 28, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will hold a virtual meeting of its Outreach and Education Technical Committee on Thursday, October 15, 2020…

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Sep242020
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Gulf Council and NOAA Fisheries Will Host a Virtual Question and Answer Session with the Public

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinSeptember 24, 2020

For Immediate Release September 24, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council and NOAA Fisheries will host a virtual question and answer session to provide the public with…

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Sep242020
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Revised Reporting Requirements for Federal Seafood Dealers in Portions of Alabama and Florida through October 31, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinSeptember 24, 2020

This NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: ISSUE DATE: September 24, 2020                                    …

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Sep172020
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Gulf Council Convenes a Virtual Reef Fish Advisory Panel Meeting

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinSeptember 17, 2020

Meeting Notice September 17, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will host a meeting of its Reef Fish Advisory Panel (AP) via webinar. The meeting will be…

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Sep142020
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Gulf Council to Meet by Webinar September 28-30, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinSeptember 14, 2020

Meeting Notice September 14, 2020    The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet September 28-30, 2020 by webinar. The Council will appoint members to its Coastal Migratory Pelagics…

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Sep102020
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$530 Million Available to Support U.S. Commercial Fishermen Affected by Tariffs

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinSeptember 10, 2020

This NOAA Fish News is provided as a courtesy: SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 $530 Million Available to Support U.S. Commercial Fishermen Affected by Tariffs The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today…

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Sep12020
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Revised Reporting Requirements for Federal Seafood Dealers in Portions of Texas and Louisiana through October 5, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinSeptember 1, 2020

The following NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy to our subscribers: ISSUE DATE: August 31, 2020                            …

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Aug282020
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Recreational Harvest of Gray Triggerfish in Federal Waters of the Gulf of Mexico Will Reopen September 1, 2020, and Close on October 26, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinAugust 28, 2020

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. ISSUE DATE: August 28, 2020                                  …

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Aug282020
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The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committees to Meet September 14-16, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinAugust 28, 2020

Meeting Notice August 28, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s Standing, Reef Fish, Mackerel, Socioeconomic, and Ecosystem Scientific and Statistical Committees will meet via webinar September 14…

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Aug282020
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Gulf Council’s Law Enforcement Technical Committee to Meet

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinAugust 28, 2020

Meeting Notice August 28, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will host a meeting of its Law Enforcement Technical Committee (LETC), in conjunction with the Gulf States…

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Aug272020
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The Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils Convene the Joint Council Workgroup on Section 102:  Fishery Management Measures of the Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2018

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinAugust 27, 2020

Meeting Notice August 27, 2020 The Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils will convene a joint workgroup to address Section 102:  Fishery Management Measures of the Modernizing…

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Aug232020
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Gulf Council Meeting Cancelled

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinAugust 23, 2020

For Immediate Release August 23, 2020   The August 24-28, 2020 Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council Meeting is cancelled because two hurricanes are developing in the Gulf of Mexico.…

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Aug192020
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Gulf Council and NOAA Fisheries Hosts a Virtual Question and Answer Session with the Public

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinAugust 19, 2020

For Immediate Release August 19, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council and NOAA Fisheries will host a virtual question and answer session to provide the public with…

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Aug72020
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Gulf Council to Meet by Webinar August 24-28, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinAugust 7, 2020

Meeting Notice August 7, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet August 24-28, 2020 by webinar. Please note public testimony will be held on Thursday August…

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Aug32020
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Spring/Summer 2020 Gulf Fishery News Now Available

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanAugust 3, 2020

Read the latest edition of Gulf Fishery News! Gulf Fishery News is available on our website and via Joomag. Download PDF version here.

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Jul272020
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Gulf Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committees to Meet via Webinar to Review the State and Federal Private Recreational Red Snapper Data Calibrations

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJuly 27, 2020

Meeting Notice July 27, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s Standing, Reef Fish, Ecosystem, and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical Committees will meet via webinar. The meeting will…

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Jul232020

The United States International Trade Commission Holds a Virtual Public Hearing on Seafood Obtained via Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing: U.S. Imports and Economic Impact on U.S. Commercial Fisheries

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJuly 23, 2020

This content is provided as a courtesy to our subscribers: For Immediate Release July 23, 2020 The U.S. International Trade Commission is investigating the extent to which imports of seafood…

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Jul222020
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Modifications to Charter Vessel and Headboat Electronic Reporting Requirements

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJuly 22, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: ISSUE DATE: July 22, 2020                                      …

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Jul102020
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Gulf Shrimp Fishery to Re-Open Off Texas on July 15, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJuly 10, 2020

ISSUE DATE: July 10, 2020                                                      …

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Jul82020
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Gulf Council to Host a Meeting of Scientific and Statistical Committee Via Webinar

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJuly 8, 2020

Meeting Notice July 8, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s Standing, Reef Fish, Mackerel, Ecosystem, and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical Committee (Gulf SSC) will meet via webinar…

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Jul72020
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The Council Asks for Recommendations on Ways to Reduce Burdens on Domestic Fishing

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJuly 7, 2020

For Immediate Release July 7, 2020 The President of the United States recently signed an Executive Order on Promoting American Seafood Competitiveness and Economic Growth. The Executive Order aims to…

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Jun242020
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June 2020 Council Update

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJune 24, 2020

For Immediate Release June 24, 2020     The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council met virtually June 15 – 18, 2020.  The following is a brief overview of what…

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Jun232020
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Gulf Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committees Will Meet to Review the Marine Recreational Information Program – Fishing Effort Survey

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJune 23, 2020

Meeting Notice June 23, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will host a two-day workshop via webinar of its Standing, Reef Fish, Mackerel, Ecosystem, and Socioeconomic Scientific…

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Jun182020
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Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council Recommends Prohibiting Trolling and Possession of Reef Fish Year-Round in Madison-Swanson and Steamboat Lumps Marine Protected Areas

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJune 18, 2020

For Immediate Release June 18, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council took final action on a framework action that considers modifying surface trolling provisions and possession allowances…

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Jun112020
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Gulf Council Virtual Meeting Registration and Public Comment Instructions

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJune 11, 2020

For Immediate Release June 11, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet June 15-18, 2020 by webinar. The Committee schedule, Council agenda, and meeting materials are on…

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May282020
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Gulf Council to Meet by Webinar June 15-18, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMay 28, 2020

Meeting Notice May 28, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet June 15-18, 2020 by webinar. The Council will discuss numerous fisheries issues and plans to…

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May222020
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The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council ask for Input on the Impacts of COVID-19 on Fisheries and Management

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMay 22, 2020

For Immediate Release May 22, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council would like to gain a better understanding of how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted fishing and…

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May202020
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Summary of Joint Gulf and South Atlantic Fishery Management Council Workgroup on Section 102: Fishery Management Measures of the Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2018

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMay 20, 2020

For Immediate Release May 20, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils convened a joint workgroup to address Section 102:  Fishery Management Measures of the…

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May152020
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May 2020 Interim Council Meeting Update

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMay 15, 2020

For Immediate Release May 15, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council held an interim meeting via webinar on May 12, 2020. The Council discussed allowances for remote…

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May142020
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Federal Waters off Texas Close to Shrimping on May 15,2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMay 14, 2020

This NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. ISSUE DATE: May 13, 2020                …

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May132020
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Gulf Council to Hold a Webinar Meeting of its Standing, Reef Fish, and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical Committees

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMay 13, 2020

Meeting Notice May 13, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s Standing, Reef Fish, and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical Committees will convene via webinar from 1:00 PM –…

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May82020
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News from NOAA Fisheries – CARES Act Funding and American Seafood Executive Order

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanMay 8, 2020

MAY 7, 2020 Commerce Secretary Announces Allocation of $300 Million in CARES Act Funding Today, the Secretary of Commerce announced the allocation of $300 million in fisheries assistance funding provided…

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May52020
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Update to the HMS, South Atlantic, and Gulf of Mexico Fisheries on Observer Coverage

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanMay 5, 2020

This NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. ISSUE DATE: May 5, 2020              …

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Apr292020
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Greater Amberjack Recreational Fishing Season Re-Opens on May 1, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinApril 29, 2020

This NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. ISSUE DATE: April 28, 2020              …

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Apr282020
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The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will hold an Interim Council Meeting via Webinar

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinApril 28, 2020

Meeting Notice April 28, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will hold a webinar meeting from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT on Tuesday, May 12, 2020.…

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Apr272020
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The Gulf Council Asks Fishermen for Information on Greater Amberjack

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinApril 27, 2020

For Immediate Release April 27, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council would like to gain a better understanding of greater amberjack in the Gulf of Mexico. It…

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Apr232020
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The Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils to Convene the Joint Council Workgroup on Section 102:  Fishery Management Measures of the Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2018

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinApril 23, 2020

Meeting Notice April 23, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils will convene a joint workgroup to address Section 102:  Fishery Management Measures of the…

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Apr222020
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Waiver of Observer Requirement in HMS, South Atlantic, and Gulf of Mexico Fisheries Extended through May 4, 2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinApril 22, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. ISSUE DATE: April 21, 2020                …

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Apr212020
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Final Rule to Replace Historical Captain Permits with Standard Federal Charter/Headboat Permits

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinApril 21, 2020

The following NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: ISSUE DATE: April 21, 2020                                  …

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Apr142020
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Modifications to the Gulf of Mexico Greater Amberjack Commercial Trip Limit and Boundary between State and Federal Waters for Reef Fish Management

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinApril 14, 2020

The following NOAA Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. ISSUE DATE: April 14, 2020              …

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Mar302020
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Council to Hold a Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP) Workshop with its Scientific and Statistical Committees

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMarch 30, 2020

Meeting Notice March 30, 2020   The Standing, Reef Fish, Mackerel, Ecosystem, and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical Committees will meet to discuss the MRIP Fishing Effort Survey and its calibration…

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Mar182020
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Southeast Fisheries Permit Office Walk-Up Window Closure Effective Immediately

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMarch 18, 2020

ISSUE DATE: March 18, 2020                                                      …

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Mar162020
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Shrimp Advisory Panel Meeting Will be Held Via Webinar

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMarch 16, 2020

For Immediate Release March 16, 2020   Due to continuing concerns as related to COVID-19 (coronavirus), the Shrimp Advisory Panel meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2020 will be held…

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Mar132020
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Gulf Council Meeting Cancelled

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMarch 13, 2020

For Immediate Release March 13, 2020 Due to continuing concerns as related to COVID-19 (coronavirus), the March 30 – April 2 meeting of the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council…

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Mar122020
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Winter 2020 Gulf Fishery News Now Available

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanMarch 12, 2020

Read the latest edition of Gulf Fishery News! Gulf Fishery News is available on our website and via Yumpu. Download PDF version here.

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Mar92020
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2020 Gulf of Mexico Red Snapper Recreational For-Hire Season Announced

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMarch 9, 2020

This Fisheries Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: ISSUE DATE: March 9, 2020                                      …

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Mar62020
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Gulf Council to Meet in Gulf Shores, Alabama

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanMarch 6, 2020

Meeting Notice March 6, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet March 30 – April 2, 2020 at The Lodge in Gulf Shores, Alabama.  The Council…

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Mar32020
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Commercial Hook-and-Line Harvest of King Mackerel in Federal Waters of the Gulf of Mexico Southern Zone Will Close on March 4, 2020

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanMarch 3, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: ISSUE DATE: March 3, 2020                                …

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Mar22020
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Gulf Council Convenes its Shrimp Advisory Panel

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinMarch 2, 2020

Meeting Notice March 1, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will host a meeting of its Shrimp Advisory Panel. The meeting will convene on Tuesday, March 24,…

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Feb272020
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Commercial Gillnet Harvest of King Mackerel in Federal Waters Closed on February 25,2020

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinFebruary 27, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy: ISSUE DATE: February 26, 2020                                    …

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Feb252020
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Gulf Council Asks Fishermen for Information on Scamp

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 25, 2020

For Immediate Release February 25, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council would like to gain a better understanding of scamp in the Gulf of Mexico. It is…

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Feb252020
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Standing, Reef Fish, Mackerel, Shrimp and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical Committees To Meet Via Webinar

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 25, 2020

Meeting Notice February 25, 2020 The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will hold a meeting via webinar of its Standing, Reef Fish, Mackerel, Shrimp and Socioeconomic Scientific and Statistical…

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Feb242020
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Final Rule to Increase Gulf of Mexico (Gulf) Cobia Recreational and Commercial Minimum Size Limit in the Gulf Zone

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 24, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy:    ISSUE DATE: February 24, 2020                              …

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Feb242020
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REVISED – Recreational Closure of Gray Triggerfish in Federal Waters of the Gulf of Mexico

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 24, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy:    ISSUE DATE: February 24, 2020                              …

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Feb212020
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Recreational Closure of Gray Triggerfish in Federal Waters of the Gulf of Mexico

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 21, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy:    ISSUE DATE: February 21, 2020                              …

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Feb212020
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Law Enforcement Technical Committee to Meet on March 11, 2020

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 21, 2020

Meeting Notice February 21, 2020 The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will host a meeting of its Law Enforcement Technical Committee (LETC), in conjunction with the Gulf States Marine…

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Feb202020
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Final Rule to Increase the Annual Catch Target for the Red Snapper For-hire Component

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 20, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy:    ISSUE DATE: February 20, 2020                                  …

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Feb182020
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Ecosystem Technical Committee to Meet on March 2, 2020

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 18, 2020

Meeting Notice February 18, 2020 The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will host a meeting of its Ecosystem Technical Committee. The meeting will convene from 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.,…

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Feb62020
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NOAA Announces a Final Rule to Implement State Management of Private Angling for Red Snapper in the Gulf of Mexico

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 6, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy:  ISSUE DATE: February 5, 2020                                 …

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Feb62020
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January 2020 Council Update

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinFebruary 6, 2020

For Immediate Release February 6, 2010   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council met January 27-30, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The following is a brief summary of the…

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Feb52020
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Gulf Council Seeks Applicants for Coastal Migratory Pelagics and Red Drum Advisory Panels

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 5, 2020

For Immediate Release February 5, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council (Council) is accepting applications for membership on the Coastal Migratory Pelagics Advisory Panel and the Red…

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Feb52020
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NOAA Fisheries Announces Changes to Allowable Fishing Effort in the Gulf of Mexico Shrimp Fishery

Year 2020By Camilla ShiremanFebruary 5, 2020

This NOAA Fishery Bulletin is provided as a courtesy:  ISSUE DATE: February 5, 2020                                 …

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Gulf Council Asks Fishermen for Information on Cobia

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJanuary 7, 2020

For Immediate Release January 8, 2020   The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council would like to gain a better understanding of cobia (ling) in the Gulf of Mexico. It…

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Gulf Council to Meet in New Orleans, Louisiana

Year 2020By Emily MuehlsteinJanuary 2, 2020

Meeting Notice January 2, 2020     The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will meet January 27-30, 2020 at the Hyatt Centric in New Orleans, Louisiana.  The Council plans…

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