Atlantic Striped Bass Conservation Act

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Atlantic Striped Bass Conservation Act - Requires the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission to: (1) decide in 1984 whether each Coastal State has enforced implementation of the guidelines for the Interstate Fisheries Management Plan for Striped Bass (Plan) and to notify the Secretary of Commerce (the Secretary) of any negative decision; and (2) biannually monitor, beginning in 1985, and report to the Secretary on the enforcement of the Plan by such States. Requires the Secretary upon notification of a negative decision by the Commission to declare a moratorium on fishing for Atlantic striped bass within the coastal waters of the offending State. Lists activities which are prohibited during such moratorium. Sets forth penalties for noncompliance with the provisions of this Act. Declares that any vessel connected with a violation shall be subject to forfeiture to the United States. Grants jurisdiction to the United States district courts over civil forfeitures. Provides beginning and ending effective dates for this Act. Authorizes appropriations.…