Department of Marine Resources Docket 2026-P181 Proposed Rule

me-2026-P181: 13-188 C.M.R. Ch. 11 Scallops [2026-2027 Season]

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Public comment closed · opened August 05, 2026.

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Summary

This proposed rulemaking establishes the 2026-2027 scallop fishing season. All dates specified are inclusive. For Zone 1, a 60-day season for draggers is proposed from December 7, 2026 to March 18, 2027. For Zone 1, a 60-day season for divers is proposed from December 2, 2026 to April 30, 2027. For Zone 2, a 70-day season for draggers is proposed from December 1, 2026 to March 30, 2027. For Zone 2, a 70-day season for divers is proposed from November 18, 2026 to April 24, 2027. For Zone 3, a 50-day season for draggers is proposed from December 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027. For Zone 3, a 50-...

The agency’s own summary, as published.

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