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National Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Policy 2026

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National Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Policy 2026

April 13, 2026

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance for NOAA Fisheries' consideration in its deliberations pertaining to development and maintenance of enduring and sustainable high quality saltwater recreational fisheries.

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The policy identifies goals and guiding principles to be integrated into NOAA Fisheries' planning, budgeting, decision-making, and activities regarding saltwater recreational fishing and includes examples of implementation concepts and strategies supported by NOAA Fisheries.

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