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Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of America (formerly Gulf of Mexico)

Notice of modification to expiration date of letter of authorization.

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Summary:

In accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), as amended, its implementing regulations, and NMFS' MMPA regulations for taking marine mammals incidental to geophysical surveys related to oil and gas activities in the Gulf of America, originally published as "Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys Related to Oil and Gas Activities in the Gulf of Mexico," notification is hereby given that NMFS has modified the expiration date of a Letter of Authorization (LOA) issued to WesternGeco for the taking of marine mammals incidental to geophysical survey activity in the Gulf of America (GOA).

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Citation: 90 FR 17911
This LOA is effective through June 30, 2025.
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Who does this apply to?

Notice of modification to expiration date of letter of authorization.

When does it take effect?

This document has been effective since June 30, 2025.

Why it matters: This notice communicates agency policy or guidance regarding applicable regulations.

Document Details

Document Number2025-07442
FR Citation90 FR 17911
TypeNotice
PublishedApr 30, 2025
Effective DateJun 30, 2025
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Docket IDRTID 0648-XE843
Pages17911–17913 (3 pages)
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