Rule lifecycle · RIN:0648-BO16
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Monkfish; Framework Adjustment 17
Commerce Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration — observed across 2 documents over 126 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
The federal government is updating fishing rules for monkfish in northeastern U.S. waters to take effect September 28, 2026. Monkfish fishermen and seafood businesses should check for changes to catch limits, fishing seasons, or permit requirements and adjust their operations before that date.
First seen
Apr 23, 2026
Last seen
Aug 27, 2026
Latest stage
Rule
PRORULE → RULE
126d
Effective on
Monday, September 28, 2026
Stage timeline
Proposed·Apr 23, 2026·91 FR 21779
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Monkfish; Framework Adjustment 17
comments close May 26, 2026#2026-07909
Final·Aug 27, 2026·91 FR 55282
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Monkfish; Framework Adjustment 17
effective Sep 28, 2026#2026-17500