Update eTicket for web-based submissions, revise the own/hold control limit, and allow for joint fixed gear/trawl permit registration

Regulations were updated to reflect the new process for submitting eTickets through internet‑based platforms.

The proposed rule for these issues was published on June 1, 2016 and the public comment deadline was July 1, 2016.  A final environmental assessment was published on November 23, 2016.  The final rule was published November 23, 2016 with an effective date of December 23, 2016, except for certain sections related to the electronic reporting of sablefish (for which the effective date was January 1, 2017).