The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council is one of eight fishery management councils responsible for the management of marine fisheries in the United States Exclusive Economic Zone. The council develops management plans for fifteen species of fish and shellfish off the coast of the Mid-Atlantic region. Learn more.
This action implements three modifications to the existing summer flounder minimum mesh size exemptions, as recommended by the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management.
As recommended by the Council, and effective April 27, 2026, this action revises the Atlantic mackerel rebuilding plan in line with the most recent stock assessment, which allows increases of catch limits and higher possession limits for both commercial and recreational participants.
The proposal submission deadline is May 18, 2026.
Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council is one of eight fishery management councils responsible for the management of marine fisheries in the United States Exclusive Economic Zone. The council develops management plans for twelve species of fish and species off the coast of the Mid-Atlantic region.