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Federal Register #2026-15158
NMFS Regulatory Actions and Public Meetings: Spiny Dogfish EFP, Chinook SMSY Review, Crab Rationalization Fee
Buyer
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Posted
July 28, 2026
Identifier
2026-15158
This notice from the Department of Commerce's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) covers several fisheries management actions and public events: - Northern Region Spiny Dogfish Fishery: - Authorization of an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) allowing vessels to land up to 37,500 lbs weekly, instead of the standard 7,500 lbs trip limit - Aims to increase quota utilization and support the sole dogfish processor in New Bedford, MA - Includes monitoring and reporting requirements; permit may be suspended if quota utilization or pricing thresholds are met - Pacific Fishery Management Council Peer Review Panel Meetings: - Three public meetings scheduled for August 19-20, September 11, and October 1, 2026 - Focused on reviewing and updating scientific methods for Sacramento River Fall Chinook spawner abundance at maximum sustainable yield (SMSY) - Panel includes independent experts in salmon population dynamics and West Coast fisheries science - Meetings are open to the public, with in-person and remote participation options - Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Crab Rationalization Program: - Announcement of a 0.67% cost recovery fee for the 2026/2027 fishing year - Fee applies to Registered Crab Receiver permit holders, due by July 31, 2027 - No products or commercial services are being procured; this is a regulatory and public event notice - No OEMs, vendors, or contract awards are involved
Description
The Pacific Fishery Management Council will convene three Peer Review Panel meetings to review methods for updating the Sacramento River Fall Chinook spawner abundance at maximum sustainable yield (SMSY) value. These meetings are open to the public and aim to develop recommendations for consideration by the Pacific Council and its Scientific and Statistical Committee. The meetings will be held both in-person and via web broadcast, providing opportunities for remote public comment. The Panel consists of independent experts and advisors with expertise in relevant scientific and fisheries management fields.