Management Profile for Gray (Mangrove) Snapper in the Southeastern United States
A comprehensive review of the biology of a species or species group and includes a description of the fisheries as well as discussion on the distribution, habitat, and any knowledge of genetics specific to the Gulf Region. The profile summarizes any existing state management including laws, regulations, and policies as well a description of the social and economic importance of the species. A biological profile highlights any knowledge gaps that may exist which could limit future management. A management profile identifies data gaps which may hinder future determination of stock status and effective management in the region.
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Red Snapper Recreational Discard Data Quality Improvement Workshop
This report details the background, technologies, and conclusions discussed at the second IRA workshop on July 30 - August 1, 2024. The focus of this workshop was the improvement of recreational discard estimates from federal and state surveys.
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Red Snapper Fishing Effort Estimation Improvement Workshop
As part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funding to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), $10.65MM has been allocated to be used to improve estimates of recreational fishing effort and discards of reef fish, specifically red snapper, in the Gulf of Mexico. To develop workplans and budgets for these projects, the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission (GSMFC) is holding three workshops in 2024. This report details the background, technologies, and conclusions discussed at the first IRA workshop on June 4-6, 2024.
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Minutes from 2023
The minutes of the meetings and activities supported by the Commission are published upon their approval by their respective committees. These minutes reflect the variety of topics and actions taken during the process of conducting each committee's business in support of marine fisheries management in the Gulf.
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Law Summary 2023. A Summary of Marine Fishing Laws and Regulations for the Gulf States and the South Atlantic
The Commission publishes an annual compilation of commercial and recreational saltwater regulations for the five Gulf States. Newly included are laws and regulations for South Atlantic Federal Waters as well as the states of Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and the east coast of Florida. This publication is available online only.
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