Fisheries Management
The Interstate Fisheries Management Program (ISFMP) serves as the core of decision-making, where species management boards establish regulations to conserve fishery resources, supported by an active participation framework. The ISFMP Policy Board oversees this, monitoring stock performance and policy implementation with representation from all member states and several federal agencies.
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The Sturgeon Technical Committee met via conference call to (1) receive a full briefing from the Stock Assessment Subcommittee (SAS) on progress made with the 2017 benchmark stock assessment, and (2) elect a TC vice-chair.
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The Technical Committee (TC) met via conference call to review an alternative management proposal submitted by the State of Maryland and the Potomac River Fisheries Commission (PRFC) regarding the 6,000 pound bycatch allowance.
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Potential Management Objectives for SNE Lobster Stock
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Addressing Catch by Non-Lobster Trap Gear in Draft Addendum I
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