# Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Recreational Fishing for Chinook Salmon in the Cook Inlet Exclusive Economic Zone Area
> **Rule** · Temporary rule; closure. · Published 2024-05-31 · Effective 2024-05-30 · 89 FR 47107
## Document
- **Document number:** 2024-11946
- **Category:** other
- **Species:** salmon
- **Federal Register citation:** 89 FR 47107
- **Publication date:** 2024-05-31
- **Effective date:** 2024-05-30
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 240417-0111
## Abstract

NMFS is prohibiting recreational fishing for Chinook salmon in the Cook Inlet exclusive economic zone (EEZ) Area. This action is necessary for the conservation of all Cook Inlet Chinook stocks due to the uncertainty of run strength and to protect stocks of concern.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/05/31/2024-11946/fisheries-of-the-exclusive-economic-zone-off-alaska-recreational-fishing-for-chinook-salmon-in-the)
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