Fishing Regulations

Fishing Regulations Federal Regulations State Regulations Allowable Gear

Federal Fishing Regulations are not always the same as state fishing regulations. For species that are not managed by federal regulations, states have the authority to extend state rules into federal waters for residents of that state or vessels landing a catch in that state.

Federal Fishing Regulations:

• Quick Guide to Recreational Fishing Seasons

• Recreational Fishing Regulations pamphlet available here - When printing the online version, be sure to select two-sided, short-edge binding to ensure proper page order.

• Commercial Fishing Regulations pamphlet available here - When printing the online version, be sure to select two-sided, short-edge binding to ensure proper page order.

• Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary Regulations

• Unofficial compilation of Federal Regulations prepared by the Southeast Regional Office/NMFS

• Official Electronic Code of Federal Regulations for 50 CFR 622 - Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf and South Atlantic

Proposed Federal Regulations