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This addendum repeals all gauge and escape vent size measures from Addendum XXVII. Measures related to the v-notch possession definition and the issuance of trap tags are maintained.
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From the Commissioner Manual
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The Commission’s American Lobster Management Board approved Addendum XXXII to Amendment 3 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for American Lobster. The Addendum repeals all gauge and escape vent size measures from Addendum XXVII. Measures related to the v-notch possession definition and the issuance of trap tags are maintained.
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The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Winter Meeting will be May 5 – 8, 2025 at The Westin Crystal City.
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Consider Addendum XXXII on Repealing Gauge and Vent Size Changes of Addendum XXVII for Final Approval (C. Starks) Final Action; Update from Maine and New Hampshire on Industry Meetings; Report from Lobster Conservation Management Team Area 3; Update on Joint New England and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Alternative Gear Marking Amendment; Update on American Lobster…
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Consider Addendum XXXII on Repealing Gauge and Vent Size Changes of Addendum XXVII for Final Approval (C. Starks) Final Action; Update from Maine and New Hampshire on Industry Meetings; Report from Lobster Conservation Management Team Area 3; Update on Joint New England and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Alternative Gear Marking Amendment; Update on American Lobster…
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One virtual public hearing has been scheduled to gather input on Draft Addendum XXXII to Amendment 3 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for American Lobster. The Draft Addendum considers repealing all Addendum XXVII measures pertaining to scheduled increases in gauge and escape vent size limits.
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Public comments accepted from March 20 to April 16, 2025
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