Federal Register #2026-07610

NOAA Regulation Update on Taking and Importing Marine Mammals

This notice announces a regulatory update from the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding the taking and importing of marine mammals: - Issued by the Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Updates and corrects definitions, classifications, and procedures in 50 CFR Part 216 - Focuses on commercial fishing operations and their impact on marine mammals - Addresses classification of foreign commercial fishing operations - Includes requirements for notification and coordination with 911 authorities in the event of service changes - Establishes criteria for determining the likelihood of incidental mortality and serious injury of marine mammals - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are being procured or requested - This is a regulatory update for public review and comment, not a procurement opportunity

Description

This regulation, issued by the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), establishes rules governing the taking and importing of marine mammals. It includes definitions, classifications, and procedures related to commercial fishing operations and their impact on marine mammals. The rule updates or corrects parts of the Code of Federal Regulations (50 CFR Part 216) to ensure proper management and protection of marine mammal populations. The regulation is published in the Federal Register and is available for public review and comment.

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