December 30, 2014 — The following was released by NOAA Fisheries:
NOAA Fisheries proposes regulations to implement Framework Adjustment 8 to the Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Fishery Management Plan.
This action would allow the black sea bass recreational fishery to begin on May 15 of each year, instead of May 19, to provide additional fishing opportunities earlier in the year.
The deadline to submit public comments is 5 p.m. local time, on January 28, 2015.
Click here for more on the proposed measures.