date:Feb 11, 2014
On February 3, 2014, NOAA Fisheries published a final rule to modify federally permitted headboat reporting requirements. The most notable changes involve how and when reports must be submitted.
The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council submitted the action to NOAA Fisheries for review, approval, and implementation. Regulations in the final rule are effective on March 5, 2014.
Purpose of the Rule
The rule modifies the data reporting requirements for federally permitted headboats in the Gu