Federal · Title 16 — Conservation
16 U.S.C. § 973k: Closed Area stowage requirements
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At all times while a vessel is in a Closed Area, the fishing gear of the vessel shall be stowed in such a manner as not to be readily available for fishing and in accordance with any requirements established by the Secretary.
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