Proposed federal whale rule that would have devastated NC businesses has been withdrawn
A federal rule proposed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) that would have dealt a devastating blow to businesses and tourism along the East Coast from Massachusetts to Florida and including North Carolina, has been withdrawn by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The North Atlantic Right Whale (NARW) Vessel Strike Reduction Rule, proposed by NOAA, would have restricted vessels greater than or equal to 35 feet (10.7 m) and less than 65 feet (19.8 m) in length to 10 knots (roughly 11 mph) along much of the Eastern Seaboard during the whales’ migration and calving season, from November to May. NMFS said it withdrew the proposed rule in light of numerous and ongoing requests from the public for further opportunities to review and engage with the NOAA on the proposal. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 07:43
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