Alaska Online Public Notices #2026200313

Proposed Regulatory Change: Creation of East Side Set Net Area for Salmon Fishery

This opportunity involves a proposed regulatory change by the State of Alaska's Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission (CFEC): - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska, Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission (CFEC) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of goods or services - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested; the notice concerns regulatory amendments - Notable Requirements: - Establishment of a new 'East Side Set Net Area' within the Upper Subdistrict of the Cook Inlet Central District, exclusive to set gillnet gear - Reassignment of entry permits based on participation in specific statistical areas - Procedures for appeals and accommodations for persons with disabilities - Public comment is invited on the proposed changes and any potential costs to private persons - The regulation change is not expected to require increased appropriations or impose costs on private individuals, agencies, or municipalities

Description

The Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission proposes to change regulations by establishing a new administrative area for the salmon fishery. The changes include creating a new salmon set gillnet administrative area as directed by legislative amendments to AS 16.43.200. The proposal invites written comments on the regulation changes, including potential costs to private persons, with a deadline of August 31, 2026. The regulation changes are not expected to require increased appropriation.

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