Extends the effectiveness of certain North Atlantic right whale regulations until 2035.
The Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act of 2026 amends the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective. The bill changes the expiration date of these regulations from 2028 to 2035. This extension aims to provide additional time for the implementation and compliance with the regulations, potentially benefiting the lobster industry in the Northeast.
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