Commerce Department
Doc #2026-05873
Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic; 2026 Recreational Season Announcement and Closure Date for Golden Tilefish in the South Atlantic
Published
March 26, 2026
Summary
NMFS announces the closure date of the 2026 recreational fishing season for golden tilefish in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of the South Atlantic. The 2026 recreational fishing season for golden tilefish in the South Atlantic EEZ is closed starting on March 27, 2026. This closure is necessary to prevent recreational landings of golden tilefish in the South Atlantic EEZ from exceeding the recreational annual catch limit (ACL) and to protect the golden tilefish resource from overfishing.
Constitutional Analysis
Fifth Amendment – Right to Due Process
restricts
80% confidence
The closure of the recreational fishing season may limit individuals' ability to fish, impacting their economic interests and recreational rights.