Permanent Advisory Committee Meeting–October 2026

NOAA Fisheries will hold a meeting of the Permanent Advisory Committee (PAC) on October 5-6, 2026, to advise the U.S. Commissioners to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission. 

The public is welcome to attend virtually or in person. The meeting will take place in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi.

Meeting topics may include:

1. Outcomes of the 2026 sessions of Scientific Committee, Northern Committee, and Technical and Compliance Committee
2. Issues to be considered in the WCPFC 2026 annual session
3. Potential U.S. proposals to the WCPFC 2026 annual session
4. Input and advice from the PAC on issues that may arise at the WCPFC 2026 annual session

Additional meeting details are available in the Federal Register.

Get Involved

Submit comments

Members of the public may submit written comments on meeting topics or materials in advance of the meeting. Comments must be received by September 20, 2026.

Attend/Request Meeting Materials

If you are interested in attending the meeting or receiving meeting materials, please fill out the meeting interest form by September 20, 2026. 

What is the Permanent Advisory Committee?

The PAC is composed of individuals from groups concerned with the fisheries covered by the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention. It provides recommendations to the U.S. Commissioners to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission on the deliberations and decisions of the Commission. The committee was established under the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Convention Implementation Act (16 U.S.C. 6901 et seq.).

Questions?

Please contact Katrina Poremba at (808) 725-5096, if you have questions about the meeting. 

We strive to host inclusive, accessible meetings where all individuals can participate fully. To request an accommodation, contact Ms. Poremba by September 20, 2026.