Action to Establish Spawning Special Management Zones

Overview

Fishery Management

South Atlantic Snapper-Grouper Fishery Management Plan

Fishing Type

Commercial, Recreational

Action Status

Final Rule

Issued

07/31/2017

Point of Contact

Frank Helies, Frank.Helies@noaa.gov, 727-824-5305

Read Amendment

Summary

Amendment 36 considers alternatives to implement special management zones (SMZs) in the exclusive economic zone of the South Atlantic to protect spawning fish from fishing activities.

Federal Register

Final Rule
Proposed Rule
Notice of Availability

Supporting Materials

Fishery Bulletin and Frequently Asked Questions
Environmental Assessment Appendices
Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)
Maps and Supplementary Information
Appendix N: System Management Plan for Spawning Special Management Zones

Last updated by Southeast Regional Office on 09/09/2026