What question did this study set out to answer?

To implement sustainable catch and landings limits for specific fish species based on scientific recommendations.

January 23, 2026Open Access

2026-2027 Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Specifications: Environmental Assessment and Regulatory Flexibility Act Supporting Analysis

Key Points

To implement sustainable catch and landings limits for specific fish species based on scientific recommendations.
Analyzed scientific data from the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's Scientific and Statistical Committee.
Established catch and landings limits for summer flounder, scup, and black sea bass.
Evaluated the impacts of regulations on commercial and recreational fisheries.
Catch limits are designed to prevent overfishing and meet yield targets.
Sustainable management practices are recommended based on the best scientific data.

Abstract

The purpose of this action is to implement 2026-2027 catch and landings limits for the commercial and recreational fisheries for summer flounder, scup, and black sea bass based on the best scientific information available as recommended by the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's (Council’s) Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC). This action is needed to prevent overfishing and achieve optimum yield in these fisheries.

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