Incidental Take Authorization: U.S. Navy Testing and Training Activities in the Point Mugu Sea Range Study Area

NOAA Fisheries has received a request from the U.S. Navy for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to training and testing activities conducted in the Point Mugu Sea Range Study Area for a period of seven years, from October, 2021 through October, 2028. NOAA Fisheries is announcing receipt of the Navy’s request for the development and implementation of regulations governing the incidental taking of marine mammals. We invite the public to provide information, suggestions, and comments on the Navy’s application and request.