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.

Spiny Dogfish Accountability Measures Framework

The spiny dogfish FMP currently requires pound for pound paybacks of any Annual Catch Limit overages as an accountability measure (AM). This action considers if there are some circumstances where the current strict paybacks may be excessive, and if modified/relaxed payback AMs may be sufficient.

Summer Flounder Commercial Mesh Size Exemptions Framework/Addendum

This action will consider potential changes to two exemptions to the summer flounder commercial minimum mesh size requirements.

Recreational Measures Setting Process Framework/Addenda

This joint MAFMC-ASMFC action proposes an improved process for setting recreational management measures for summer flounder, scup, black sea bass, and bluefish. This is a follow-on action to the Harvest Control Rule Framework/Addenda.

Atlantic Surfclam and Ocean Quahog Species Separation Requirements Amendment

This amendment proposes changes to the species separation requirements in the Atlantic surfclam and ocean quahog fisheries.

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