# Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Atlantic Mackerel; Incidental Possession Limit Implemented for the Remainder of 2021
> **Rule** · Temporary rule. · Published 2021-10-15 · Effective 2021-10-15 · 86 FR 57376
## Document
- **Document number:** 2021-22458
- **Category:** other
- **Species:** mackerel
- **Federal Register citation:** 86 FR 57376
- **Publication date:** 2021-10-15
- **Effective date:** 2021-10-15
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 210716-0148
## Abstract

NMFS is implementing a catch limit of 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) for all Atlantic mackerel permit holders for the remainder of the 2021 fishing year. This action is intended to reduce potential Atlantic mackerel overfishing based on new 2021 assessment findings.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2021/10/15/2021-22458/fisheries-of-the-northeastern-united-states-atlantic-mackerel-incidental-possession-limit)
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