The New England Fishery Management Council, established in 1976, is responsible for conserving and managing fishery resources within a range of three to 200 miles off the coasts of Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
As one of the eight regional councils mandated by federal legislation, the council plays a crucial role in ensuring sustainable fishing practices and the protection of marine ecosystems in the New England region.
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