# Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Northeast Skate Complex; Framework Adjustment 8 and 2020-2021 Specifications
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2020-04-27 · Effective 2020-05-01 · 85 FR 23240
## Document
- **Document number:** 2020-07805
- **Category:** catch-limit
- **Species:** skate
- **Federal Register citation:** 85 FR 23240
- **Publication date:** 2020-04-27
- **Effective date:** 2020-05-01
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 200408-0105
## Abstract

NMFS is implementing final measures recommended by the New England Fishery Management Council in Framework Adjustment 8 to the Northeast Skate Complex Fishery Management Plan. This action specifies skate catch limits for fishing years 2020 and 2021 and increases seasonal possession limits for both the wing and bait fisheries. This action is necessary to establish skate specifications consistent with the most recent scientific information and the requirements of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The intent of this action is to establish catch limits for the skate fishery, while providing operational flexibility to fishery participants.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/04/27/2020-07805/fisheries-of-the-northeastern-united-states-northeast-skate-complex-framework-adjustment-8-and)
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