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Revised 2026 Atlantic Mackerel Specifications

Interim Rule |
New England
Mid-Atlantic

Overview

Left-facing side-profile illustration of Atlantic mackerel fish with silvery white underside. Top half of body is blue green with black wavy bars and narrow dark streak along each side. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady
Fishery Management
Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Management Plan
Fishing Type
Commercial, Recreational
Affected Species
Action Status
Interim Rule
Effective
02/23/2026
Point of Contact
Maria Fenton, Fishery Policy Analyst, 978-281-9196

Summary

This action adjusts the specifications for the 2026 Atlantic mackerel fishery to reflect the results of an updated mackerel management track stock assessment. This in-season action is intended to continue rebuilding the mackerel stock, help the mackerel fishery achieve optimum yield, and ensure that management measures are based on the best scientific information available.

Federal Register

Bulletins

NOAA Fisheries Announces Revised 2026 Atlantic Mackerel Fishery Specifications

Effective February 23, 2026.
February 23, 2026 -
New England/Mid-Atlantic

Last updated by Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office on 02/23/2026