03/05/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/05/2026 17:51
March 05, 2026
This Small Entity Compliance Guide (Select 'View Document' below) contains a summary of regulations and frequently asked questions pertaining to vessels operating in the Federal BSAI Pacific cod less than 60 ft (18.3 m) length overall hook-and-line and pot catcher vessel (CV) and jig gear sectors.
This Small Entity Compliance Guide satisfies the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 that requires a plain language guide to assist small entities. If you are required to comply with the regulations, you should consult and rely on the actual regulatory text. We cite the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) throughout this document and provide citations for specific regulations for your reference. These regulations are available online at the electronic CFR (eCFR), which is frequently updated.
Last updated by Alaska Regional Office on 03/05/2026