Red Snapper Act

Red Snapper Act

This bill prohibits the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration from issuing any rule that includes an area closure in the South Atlantic for specified species managed under the Snapper-Grouper Fishery Management Plan until (1) the South Atlantic Great Red Snapper Count study is concluded, and (2) the data related to that study is integrated into the upcoming South Atlantic red snapper research track and operational stock assessment.

Bill 118 HR 4587, also known as the Red Snapper Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address issues related to the management and conservation of red snapper fish in the Gulf of Mexico.

The Red Snapper Act proposes several key measures to improve the management of red snapper populations. These measures include establishing a new management framework for red snapper fisheries, implementing data collection and monitoring programs to ensure sustainable fishing practices, and promoting cooperative research efforts among stakeholders.

Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance enforcement of existing regulations and increase penalties for violations of red snapper fishing rules. It also includes provisions for funding research and conservation efforts to support the long-term health of red snapper populations. Overall, the Red Snapper Act is designed to promote sustainable fishing practices, protect red snapper populations, and ensure the continued viability of the red snapper fishery in the Gulf of Mexico. It represents a bipartisan effort to address important conservation and management issues related to this iconic species.