NOAA North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Rule Comment

Regs.gov: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Detected March 15th, 2026

Summary

NOAA is accepting public comments on its proposed North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Rule. The comment period is open for individuals and organizations to submit feedback on the proposed regulations aimed at protecting the endangered whale species.

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This document is a portal for submitting public comments to NOAA regarding the proposed North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Rule. The agency is seeking input from the public, including individuals, organizations, and potentially government agencies, on the proposed regulations designed to reduce the risk of vessel strikes to the endangered North Atlantic right whale. The submission portal allows for text comments and file attachments, with specific guidelines on file types and sizes.

Regulated entities, particularly transportation companies operating in relevant waters, should consider submitting comments to voice concerns or provide feedback on the proposed rule. The primary action required is to submit comments through the provided portal by the specified deadline, which is not explicitly stated in this document but would be found in the Federal Register notice. Failure to comment may result in the proposed rule being finalized without consideration of specific industry concerns. The submission process also includes important disclaimers regarding the public disclosure of submitted information and personally identifiable information.

What to do next

Review the proposed NOAA North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Rule.
Submit comments through the Regulations.gov portal by the stated deadline.
Ensure submitted comments adhere to file size and type restrictions.

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