Federal Register #2026-15114

NOAA Marine Mammal Research Permit and Fishery Management Council Public Meetings Announcement

This notice covers several NOAA activities related to fisheries management and marine research: - The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is processing a 5-year, 3-month research permit application by ABR, Inc. for marine mammal studies in Alaska - Research includes vessel and aerial surveys of 4 pinniped and 10 cetacean species - Activities involve counts, photography/videography, and behavioral observations - The Gulf Fishery Management Council will hold a four-day hybrid public meeting in August 2026 - Topics include shrimp bycatch, reef fish amendments, and data collection programs - Meeting is open to the public and allows both in-person and virtual participation - The Caribbean Fishery Management Council will hold its 190th hybrid public meeting in August 2026 in Puerto Rico - Focus on fishery management agenda items relevant to the Caribbean region - No procurement of products or equipment is involved; these are public meetings and a research permit application - No OEMs, vendors, or contract awards are mentioned

Description

The Gulf Fishery Management Council will hold a four-day public meeting to consider actions affecting the Gulf of America fisheries in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing both in-person and virtual participation. Key topics include budget reviews, fishery management amendments, data collection programs, and public testimony on fishery issues. The meeting aims to address various fishery management and conservation issues relevant to the Gulf region.

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