marine resources

Maximum Penalties Imposed for Longline Fishing Violation in Hawaii

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Honolulu, Hawaii – The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) has issued maximum administrative penalties against Konane Zager, the owner of the vessel Waiʻaka, for violations of longline fishing regulations that occurred last May. Zager faces a fine of $10,051.90, and his Commercial Marine License will be revoked for one year. This decision … Read more

NOAA Fisheries Invites Public Input to Strengthen U.S. Seafood Competitiveness

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Silver Spring, MD – NOAA Fisheries has launched a public call for recommendations to enhance the competitiveness of the American seafood industry, emphasizing sustainable practices and economic vitality in fisheries management. This initiative follows a recent executive order aimed at bolstering domestic marine resources and supporting coastal communities reliant on ocean-based economies. The agency, responsible … Read more