GROUNDFISH MANAGEMENT IN THE NORTH PACIFIC: AN EXAMPLE OF TAC-BASED MANAGEMENT

The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976 mandated the use of a new and radical management approach for fisheries in the United States. Seven fishery management councils were created, one being the North Pacific Fishery Management Council (NPFMC). Each of these Councils was given the responsibility for ensuring the conservation of fishery resources under their jurisdictation. (omitted)