The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission has scheduled two virtual public hearings to gather input on the Summer Flounder Commercial Mesh Exemptions Framework/Addendum. Although the Council’s framework development process does not include public hearings, all public comments provided during the Commission’s comment period will be considered by both groups before taking final action.
Update 9/17/24: The webinar has concluded. A recording of the hearing presentation is available on the Commission’s YouTube channel.
Written comments will be accepted through September 28, 2024. Please see the Commission’s press release for comment instructions.
Visit the Council’s Summer Flounder Commercial Mesh Size Exemptions Framework/Addendum page to learn more about this action.