# Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Illex Squid Fishery; Revised 2020 Illex Squid Specifications
> **Rule** · Temporary final rule. · Published 2020-08-04 · Effective 2020-08-04 · 85 FR 47102
## Document
- **Document number:** 2020-16937
- **Category:** catch-limit
- **Species:** squid
- **Federal Register citation:** 85 FR 47102
- **Publication date:** 2020-08-04
- **Effective date:** 2020-08-04
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 200730-0202
## Abstract

NMFS is increasing the specifications for the 2020 Illex squid fishery. This rule is required to ensure that the 2020 specifications are based on the best scientific information available. This rule is also intended to inform the public of the changes to increase the specifications for the remainder of the 2020 fishing year. This action will allow Illex squid fishery to benefit from the quota increase and achieve optimal yield.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/08/04/2020-16937/fisheries-of-the-northeastern-united-states-illex-squid-fishery-revised-2020-illex-squid)
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