Atlantic States
Marine Fisheries

Commission

VA Horseshoe Crab Draft Addendum IX Hearing

6:00 pm EDT

– 8:00 pm EDT,

Mar 20 –

Mar 20, 2025

Location:

Webinar Hearing

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Meeting Information

Virginia Marine Resources Commission Public Hearing Webinar
Four public hearings have been scheduled to gather input on Draft Addendum IX to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Horseshoe Crab. The Draft Addendum considers allowing the Board to set specifications for male-only harvest for multiple years. It also considers options for managing male-only harvest limits, seasonal harvest restrictions, and harvest caps for Maryland and Virginia. Public hearings are open to all, regardless of state residency.

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Webinar Details

Please note that in order to comment during a virtual webinar hearing you will need to use your computer or download the GoToWebinar app for your phone. Those who join by phone only will be limited to listening to the presentation and will not be able to provide input. In those cases, you can send your comments to staff via email or U.S. mail at any time during the public comment period. To attend the webinar in listen only mode, dial 213.929.4212 and enter access code 878-390-871. All are welcome to participate in virtual hearings.

For virtual hearings, please click HERE and register for the specific date you wish to attend. The hearings will be held via GoToWebinar, and you can join the webinar from your computer, tablet or smartphone. If you are new to GoToWebinar, you can download the software by (clicking here) or via the App store under GoToWebinar. We recommend you register for the hearing well in advance of the hearing since GoToWebinar will provide you with a link to test your device’s compatibility with the webinar. If you find your device is not compatible, please contact the Commission at info@asmfc.org (subject line: GoToWebinar help) and we will try to get you connected. We also strongly encourage participants to use the computer voice over internet protocol (VoIP) so you can ask questions and provide input at the hearing.

Contact

Patrick Geer, 757-247-2236

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Public Comment

To ensure fair opportunity for public input, ASMFC meetings offer opportunities for verbal comments on non-agenda and agenda items. Written comments are accepted following a specific timeline for inclusion in meeting materials. Read the guidelines for more information.

Comment Guidelines

You may submit public comment by attending a public hearing held in your state or jurisdiction or mailing, faxing, or emailing written comments to the address below. Only comments received at a public hearing or written comments submitted to the Commission will become part of the public comment record. Public comment will be accepted until 11:59 PM (EST) on March 31, 2025.

  • Mail: Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, 1050 North Highland Street, Suite 200 A-N, Arlington, VA 22201
  • Email: comments@asmfc.org; Subject line: Horseshoe Crab Draft Addendum IX
  • Fax: (703) 842-0740