Federal Register #2026-17247

NOAA Western Pacific Fishery Management Council Public Meetings Announcement

This opportunity is a public meeting announcement from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce, for the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council. - Government Buyer: - NOAA, Department of Commerce - Western Pacific Fishery Management Council - Purpose: - Announcement of public meetings including the 161st Scientific and Statistical Committee, Executive and Budget Standing Committee, and the 208th Council meeting - Focused on fishery management issues in the Western Pacific Region - Agenda Topics: - Management of commercial fishing in Pacific Marine National Monument Waters - Amendments to fishing regulations - Stock assessments - Protected species updates - Program planning - Participation: - Meetings are open to public comment and participation - Hybrid and remote attendance options available - Procurement Details: - No products or services are being procured or awarded - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - No line items or contract value specified - Unique Requirements: - Public engagement and comment are encouraged - Focus is on regulatory and scientific discussion, not procurement

Description

The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will hold its 161st Scientific and Statistical Committee, Executive and Budget Standing Committee, and 208th Council meetings to address fishery management issues in the Western Pacific Region. Meetings are scheduled from September 8 to September 17, 2026, with options for hybrid and remote participation. Public comments on final action items for the 208th Council meeting are due by September 10, 2026. The meetings will cover various agenda items including management of commercial fishing, stock assessments, and protected species updates.

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