Incidental Take Authorization: U.S. Navy Training Activities in the Gulf of Alaska Temporary Maritime Activities Area
Summary
NOAA Fisheries has received a request from the U.S. Navy (Navy) for authorization to take marine mammals incidental to training activities in the Gulf of Alaska Temporary Maritime Activities Area for a period of seven years, from April 2022 through April 2029. 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.