# Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Framework Adjustment 40 to the Atlantic Sea Scallop Fishery Management Plan
> **Rule** · Interim final rule. · Published 2026-03-27 · Effective 2026-04-01 · 91 FR 14782
## Document
- **Document number:** 2026-05990
- **Category:** catch-limit
- **Species:** scallop
- **Federal Register citation:** 91 FR 14782
- **Publication date:** 2026-03-27
- **Effective date:** 2026-04-01
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 260324-0089
## Abstract

NMFS approves and implements Framework Adjustment 40 to the Atlantic Sea Scallop Fishery Management Plan (FMP) that establishes specifications for fishing years 2026 and 2027, including days-at-sea, limited access general category allocations, and modified area designations to optimize yield and to protect juvenile scallops. This action is necessary to prevent overfishing and improve resource yield- per-recruit and management of the fishery.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/03/27/2026-05990/fisheries-of-the-northeastern-united-states-framework-adjustment-40-to-the-atlantic-sea-scallop)
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