West Coast halibut fishing rules change to let more people fish

The US government approved new rules for catching Pacific halibut off Washington, Oregon, and California. These rules set new season dates and fishing limits for recreational anglers, aiming to let more people catch fish.

For years, recreational halibut fishing has been tightly controlled to protect fish populations. These new rules mean more opportunities for people who fish for fun. It also means regulators are trying to balance conservation with public access to fishing.