IB 26-42: NMFS Reallocates Pacific Cod from Catcher Vessels Using Trawl Gear to Catcher Vessels < 60 ft LOA Using Hook-and-Line or Pot Gear in the BSAI

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is reallocating the projected unused amount of 350 mt of Pacific cod from catcher vessels using trawl gear to the annual amount specified for catcher vessels less than 60 feet (18.3 meters) length overall (LOA) using hook-and-line or pot gear in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands (BSAI), according to Jonathan M. Kurland, Administrator, Alaska Region, NMFS.

The following table summarizes the reallocation in metric tons:

This action is necessary to fully use and allow the 2026 total allowable catch of Pacific cod in the BSAI to be harvested and is issued pursuant to 50 CFR 679.20(a)(7)(iii)(A). Fishermen are reminded that all actions and closures remain in full force and effect. This reallocation does not rescind or modify closures to directed fishing or actions prohibiting retention of a groundfish species.

This information bulletin only provides notice of a fishery management action. For the purposes of complying with the requirements of this action, you are advised to see the actual text of the action in the Federal Register.