Magnuson-Stevens Act Implementation

Activity Sheet #N-16.01November 15, 2005
Activity:TRANSSHIPMENT PERMITS [Sec. 105(d)(1-7), pp. 15-18; Sec. 105(e), pp. 26-27]
Completion date:December 31, 1997July 21, 1999
Product (s):Transshipment permit system is operational

Overview and scope of task and sub-tasks:

CompletedA. Review GIFA requirements and develop appropriate interim system of

applications/permit issuance for 204(d) transshipment permits, including fee collection

or waivers

CompletedB. Review existing PRA conditions and revise existing application form and instructions

to meet SFA needs

CompletedC. Develop permit conditions, compatible with 204(d) transshipment program, for

Atlantic herring transshipment to Canadian vessels

CompletedD. Revise part 600 regulations to accommodate transshipment permits