This addendum seeks to stabilize fishing rules as close to those that existed in 2005, in part, to minimize the drastic reductions facing three states. The approach taken is to allow the three states facing large reductions in their harvest targets to capitalize on harvest opportunities that are foregone by states that choose to maintain their 2005 recreational fishing rules in 2006. In this sense, it is a voluntary program.
Fishery Management Plans
Comprehensive plans detailing the strategies and regulations for managing specific fishery resources, aimed at ensuring their sustainability and productivity.
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Addendum II was initiated by the Atlantic Menhaden Management Board in February 2005 to address two issues: a cap on the Atlantic menhaden harvest and a research program for Atlantic menhaden in Chesapeake Bay.
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This Addendum addresses two issues; a cap on the Atlantic menhaden harvest for reduction purposes in the Chesapeake Bay and a research program for Atlantic menhaden in the Chesapeake Bay.
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This Addendum replaces the biological sampling program in Section 3.0 of Amendment 4.
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This amendment revises the biological reference points that the ASMFC applies to both inshore winter flounder stocks and contains management measures designed to achieve the goals and objectives of this amendment.
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This draft addendum presents the background on the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s (ASMFC) management of spiny dogfish, the addendum process and anticipated timeline, and a statement of the problem. This document also provides for public consideration and comment on the options presented.
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The purpose of managing Atlantic croaker stocks is to ensure that the Atlantic croaker resource can be utilized throughout its range by current and future generations of the fishing and non-fishing public.
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