NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service today announced that it is seeking comments by Friday, Jan. 21 on the Mississippi Trustee Implementation Group Draft Restoration Plan 3 and Environmental Assessment: Habitat Projects on Federally Managed Lands; Sea Turtles; Marine Mammals; Birds; and Provide and Enhance Recreational Opportunities.
In conjunction with the comment period, a public webinar will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 11. The proposal includes ~$19 million for seven projects, including removal of marine debris from Mississippi barrier islands and reducing marine mammal fishery interactions through trawl technique and component material improvements.