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Since I issued the update on Addendum XXVII, I?ve learned that there is still some confusion around the timing of changes, so here is a simplified explanation for LMA1 harvesters.

*NOTE: Every October the ASMFC Lobster Management Board (Board) will review trawl and ventless trap survey results to see if the _35% decline in the recruit abundance has occurred._* ?We are currently at a 23% decline in abundance, and at this point we can?t predict when the 35% decline will be reached.?


* *_1st Gauge Increase_* ? The first 1/16th of an inch gauge increase will take effect June 1st of the year _after_ a determination by the Board that a 35% decline in recruit abundance has occurred.
* *_2nd Gauge Increase_* ? On June 1st three years after the Board?s determination, the second 1/16th of an inch gauge increase for LMA1 harvesters will take effect.
* *_Escape Vent Increase_* ? On June 1st four years after the Board?s determination, lobster trap escape vent size increases will take effect.

Below is a diagram that illustrates the possible timeline of events. *"Please note that if a 35% decline IS NOT observed during the fall board meeting, no action will be considered until the next year?s fall meeting."*

Timeline

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