# Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS); Fishing Vessel Permits; Charter Boat Operations; Temporary Rule
> **Rule** · Final rule; temporary rule. · Published 2003-06-12 · Effective 2003-06-09 · 68 FR 35185
## Document
- **Document number:** 03-14863
- **Category:** other
- **Region:** atlantic hms
- **Federal Register citation:** 68 FR 35185
- **Publication date:** 2003-06-12
- **Effective date:** 2003-06-09
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 020325070-3146-04
## Abstract

This rule provides a limited time during which Atlantic Tunas General category permit holders may change to the new Atlantic HMS Angling category. This one-time allowance is meant to alleviate confusion resulting from the establishment of this new permit category.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2003/06/12/03-14863/atlantic-highly-migratory-species-hms-fishing-vessel-permits-charter-boat-operations-temporary-rule)
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