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Sustainably Managing Atlantic Fisheries
As a partnership of coastal states, we work together to protect essential marine species, ensuring vibrant fisheries, thriving communities, and resilient ecosystems, all through science-driven, cooperative management.
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POLICY: Promoting Sustainable Fishing Practices for the Atlantic Coast
The goal of fisheries management is to balance sustainable harvests that support the fishing and seafood industries while safeguarding the productivity and health of marine ecosystems. Learn more about our management program, dive into species-specific information, and explore our Action Tracker that offers detailed insights into ongoing challenges, management discussions, and the steps being taken to address them. Discover how ASMFC’s law enforcement program upholds regulations to protect our fisheries.
SCIENCE: Providing Robust and Actionable Science to Inform Management Decisions
Sustainable management of fisheries relies on accurate and timely scientific advice. Find out more about how the Commission conducts rigorous stock assessments to guide sustainable fishing practices. Delve into our work on fish ageing, conserving fish habitat, tagging, resource surveys, and the integration of multispecies and ecosystem approaches.
DATA: Producing Dependable and Timely Marine Fisheries Data
Effective management depends on quality fishery-dependent data to inform stock assessments and fisheries management decisions. Learn how state, regional and federal partners work to ensure accurate catch, effort, and biological data on Atlantic coast recreational, for-hire, and commercial fisheries through the ACCSP.
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Latest News & Resources
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Atlantic Menhaden Management Board Spring Meeting Supplemental 2 Materials — May 2026
Consider Approval of Draft Addendum II on Chesapeake Bay Reduction Fishery for Public Comment (J. Boyle); Review Technical Committee Report on Board Task: Impacts of Changing Environmental Conditions (C. Craig); Review Committee on Economics and…
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2026 Spring Meeting Materials – May 2026
Combined materials for all Boards convening at the ASMFC Spring Meeting
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2026 Spring Meeting Supplemental Materials – May 2026
Combined supplemental materials for all Boards convening at the ASMFC Spring Meeting
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Tautog Management Board Spring Meeting Supplemental Materials — May 2026
Technical Committee Report on Board Tasks (S. Dumais): Harvest Projections to Reach Fishing Mortality Target, Risk & Uncertainty Decision Tool, Delaware-Maryland-Virginia Fishery-independent Data; Consider Guidance to Plan Development Team for Draft Addendum I (J. Boyle)
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ASMFC Releases 2025 Annual Report
This report informs stakeholders on the use of federal and state funds provided to the Commission for FY 2025.
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American Eel Management Board Spring Meeting Supplemental Materials — May 2026
Technical Committee Report (K. Bonvechio); Review of Florida Young-of-Year Survey; Review Preliminary 2025 Yellow Eel Landings (C. Starks); Elect Vice-Chair
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Atlantic Menhaden Management Board Spring Meeting Supplemental Materials — May 2026
Consider Approval of Draft Addendum II on Chesapeake Bay Reduction Fishery for Public Comment (J. Boyle); Review Technical Committee Report on Board Task: Impacts of Changing Environmental Conditions (C. Craig); Review Committee on Economics and Social Sciences Report on Board Task: Economics Impacts from Changes in Total Allowable Catch (A. Scheld, T. Scott); Update on…
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American Lobster Management Board Spring Meeting Supplemental Materials — May 2026
Consider Approval of Draft Addendum II on Chesapeake Bay Reduction Fishery for Public Comment (J. Boyle); Review Technical Committee Report on Board Task: Impacts of Changing Environmental Conditions (C. Craig); Review Committee on Economics and Social Sciences Report on Board Task: Economics Impacts from Changes in Total Allowable Catch (A. Scheld, T. Scott); Update on…
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Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board Spring Meeting Supplemental Materials — May 2026
Discuss 2027 Benchmark Stock Assessment (K. Drew): Provide Guidance to Stock Assessment Subcommittee on Biological Reference Points and Spatial Management; Discuss Work Group on Future Striped Bass Management (T. Kerns): Provide Guidance on Work Group Composition, Task Details, and Timeline; Update on Addendum III Implementation for Maryland Season (M. Luisi); Discuss Timeline and Process to…
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American Lobster Management Board Spring Meeting Materials — May 2026
Consider Approval of Draft Addendum II on Chesapeake Bay Reduction Fishery for Public Comment (J. Boyle); Review Technical Committee Report on Board Task: Impacts of Changing Environmental Conditions (C. Craig); Review Committee on Economics and Social Sciences Report on Board Task: Economics Impacts from Changes in Total Allowable Catch (A. Scheld, T. Scott); Update on…
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ASMFC Begins Preparations for Benchmark Stock Assessment for Atlantic Sturgeon
Arlington, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission has initiated a benchmark stock assessment for Atlantic sturgeon to be completed in the fall of 2028. The goals of the assessment are to evaluate the health of stocks along the Atlantic coast and inform management of this species. The Commission’s stock assessment process and meetings…
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ISFMP Policy Board Spring Meeting Materials — May 2026
Executive Committee Report (D. McKiernan); Review Report from the Declared Interests and Voting Privileges Work Group (T. Kerns/R. Beal); Committee Reports: Habitat Committee (K. Wilke), Law Enforcement Committee (K. Blanchard); Update on Recreational Angler Partnership Improvement Directive (RAPID) Initiative (R. Beal); Discuss Proposed Changes to Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch’s Standards for Fisheries (T. Kerns);…
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