National Marine Fisheries Conservation and Management Act

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] National Marine Fisheries Conservation and Management Act - Defines the terms used in this Act. Includes within the meaning of the term "fish" mollusks, crustaceans, marine mammals except polar bears, walrus, and sea otter, and all other forms of marine plant or animal life except birds. Directs the Secretary of Commerce to promulgate regulations governing fishing in the contiguous fisheries zone by all United States vessels and all foreign vessels except foreign vessels exempt under an international fishery agreement from such regulations. Directs the marine fisheries councils established by this Act to submit to the Secretary proposals for management regulations. Sets forth the areas which such proposals must cover. Enumerates measures which may be included in regulations promulgated by the Secretary, including: (1) the designation of zones and periods within which fishing shall be limited; (2) limitation on fish catches; (3) specifications or prohibitions with respect to types of fishing gear, vessels, or equipment; and (4) the requirement of a fishing license. Requires the Secretary of State to notify all nations affected by regulations promulgated pursuant to this Act of the d…