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Commercial Crab Petition Timeline
December 11, 2025
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Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission (OFWC) received the formal petition from conservation groups.
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Petition requests new measures to reduce Marine mammal and sea turtle entanglements.
January 22, 2026
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ODFW issued the Industry Notice informing stakeholders and the public.
February 20, 2026
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ODFW will present its assessment and recommendation to the OFWC at their meeting.
March 11, 2026 (90-day statutory deadline)
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OFWC must either:
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Initiate rulemaking, or
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Issue a written denial of the petition.
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Policy Letter
What Could This Mean for Oregon’s Economy?
The Impact May Be Greater Than You Think.
Proposed Regulatory Timeline (If Adopted)
April 1 each season through 2026
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Late-season measures would include:
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40% pot limit reduction
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30-fathom depth restriction
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Pop-up gear exempt
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Starting April 1, 2026
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Conventional (non–pop-up) gear prohibited after April 1 each season.
Ongoing Requirements (If Rules Adopted)
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ODFW must provide public notice within 48 hours of confirmed entanglements.
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Emergency responses may include zonal or statewide closures.
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