New Commercial Trip Limit Proposed for Grouper

November 28, 2005

Release from:
NOAA

This proposed rule would establish a 6,000-lb commercial trip limit for shallow-water and deep-water grouper, combined, in the exclusive economic zone of the Gulf of Mexico. Existing trip limits would be replaced by this proposed action. The purpose of the proposed rule is to reduce the adverse socioeconomic effects of derby fishing in the commercial sector and prolong the fishing season, within limits established by the red grouper rebuilding plan.

Written comments must be received no later than 5pm, eastern time, on December 7. Comments may be sent to:0648-AT12.Proposed@noaa.gov.

For more information, contact: Andy.Stelcheck@noaa.gov.