Standardized Bycatch Reporting Methodology (SBRM) 3-Year Review

The Mid-Atlantic and New England Fishery Management Councils and NOAA Fisheries are conducting the next three-year review of the Standardized Bycatch Reporting Methodology (SBRM). The review will evaluate how effectively SBRM is working and identify potential opportunities for improvement.

Evaluation of Vessel Baselines Restrictions

The Mid-Atlantic and New England Councils are evaluating vessel baseline restrictions and may consider initiating a joint management action to consider possible modifications.

Atlantic Mackerel Rebuilding and 2026-2027 Specifications Framework

This framework proposes revisions to the Atlantic mackerel stock rebuilding plan, including 2026-2027 specifications (catch limits) and associated management measures.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Regulation of Squid Exports

This page contains information related to the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s comments regarding the inclusion of U.S. squid fishery products in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) inspection and user fee system for monitoring wildlife imports and exports.

Illex Vessel Hold Capacity Framework (FW 16)

Final Rule (10/29/24)

Omnibus Essential Fish Habitat Amendment

This action will concurrently conduct the 5-year EFH review required under the Magnuson Stevens Act while amending fishery management plans for the Council, as needed.

Atlantic Mackerel Rebuilding 2.0 Amendment with Specifications (Amendment 23)

Final Rule (2/1/23)

Omnibus Risk Policy Framework

Final Rule published 12/15/20

Illex Quota Working Group

The Illex Working Group will address two closely related problems. The first is to develop an approach for in-year quota adjustments. The second is to lay the basis for a benchmark stock assessment (Research Track) in 2021. Each task will require involvement of scientists, industry, and managers. Both tasks are focused on the challenge of identifying appropriate catch limits for a dynamic, short-lived species whose survival, growth and abundance on the US shelf are driven by a complex interplay of environmental conditions.