Regional Fishery Management Councils

Department Of Commerce, National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration

The objectives of the eight Regional Fishery Management Councils are to prepare, monitor and revise fishery management plans and data collection programs for domestic and foreign fishing within the 200-mile U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This is done with approval and implementation by the Secretary of Commerce who has stewardship responsibility for living marine resources in the EEZ under the MSFCMA.

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Helps regional fishery managers create and update plans for fishing in U.S. waters. This ensures sustainable fishing practices and resource management.

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Funding
$25,000 - $20,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Agriculture, Food & Fisheries
Organization
Department Of Commerce, National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration

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What Is This Program?

The objectives of the eight Regional Fishery Management Councils are to prepare, monitor and revise fishery management plans and data collection programs for domestic and foreign fishing within the 200-mile U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This is done with approval and implementation by the Secretary of Commerce who has stewardship responsibility for living marine resources in the EEZ under the MSFCMA.

What Benefits Are Offered?

advisorytraining

Opportunity to serve in federal fishery conservation and management by becoming a council member, providing advice, and receiving annual training on relevant laws and operations.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: fisheries, marine conservation

Other Criteria: knowledgeable in commercial or recreational fishery conservation and management, occupational experience, scientific expertise, or related training

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This program offers funding up to $20,000,000 (minimum $25,000).

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