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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.
Meetings Calendar
Meetings Calendar
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Monday, August 17
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Tuesday, August 18
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Wednesday, August 19
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Monday, August 24
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Our Programs
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.
Access the Action Tracker
Stay informed and engaged with the latest developments in fisheries management. You can explore current issues, ongoing discussions, and the actions being taken to address them.
Latest News & Resources
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Cobia Technical Committee Memo — June 2026
The American Lobster Technical Committee (TC) met via webinar on April 10, 2026 to review and provide input on a proposal to modify the lobster fishery season closure in LCMA 5, as tasked by the…
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Atlantic Herring Management Track Assessment Peer Review and Assessment Reports – June 2026
This assessment of the Atlantic Herring (Clupea harengus) stock is a management track assessment, and is the first application of the WHAM assessment platform following the 2025 research track assessment (NEFSC 2025). The last management…
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Atlantic Herring Research Track Assessment Peer Review and Assessment Reports – March 2025
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Atlantic Striped Bass FMP Review – 2025
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Atlantic Coast Fisheries Infographic – 2023 Data
Graphic on the economic impact of Atlantic coast fisheries
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2026 Summer Meeting Summary — August 2026
A summary of all the board meetings, press releases and motions from the 2025 Annual Meeting.
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