Federal Register #2026-12283

Presidential Proclamation Restoring American Commercial Fishing in the Pacific

This opportunity concerns a presidential proclamation affecting commercial fishing in the Pacific region: - Government Buyer: - Executive Office of the President - No OEMs or vendors are specified in this proclamation - No products or services are being requested; this is a policy change, not a procurement - Key Proclamation Details: - Restores American commercial fishing in the Islands Unit of the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument, the Mau Zone and Hoomalu Zone within the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, and waters surrounding Rose Atoll - Removes previous monument-based prohibitions on commercial fishing in these areas - Commercial fishing will be managed under existing federal laws and fishery management plans, with oversight by the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council - Only United States-flagged vessels are permitted to fish commercially, with limited exceptions for foreign vessels transporting U.S.-harvested fish - Emphasizes sustainable fishing, economic growth, and stewardship of marine resources - No purchase quantities, part numbers, or procurement requirements are included

Description

This presidential proclamation addresses the restoration of American commercial fishing activities in the Pacific region. It aims to promote sustainable fishing practices and economic growth by removing certain monument-based prohibitions on commercial fishing in specified areas. The proclamation clarifies that commercial fishing will be managed under existing federal laws and fishery management plans to ensure continued stewardship of marine resources. It also specifies that only United States flagged vessels shall be allowed to fish commercially within the boundaries of these monuments, with some exceptions for permits to foreign vessels for transport purposes.

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