The Commission will consider a federal consistency action to implement hook requirements for those harvesting reef fish on hook and line with natural baits on board a vessel in Atlantic state waters. NOAA Fisheries recently implemented regulations in Atlantic federal waters to require the use of non-stainless steel, non-offset circle hooks north of the 28° North latitude and require the use of non-stainless steel hooks south of 28° North latitude. Implementing consistent hook regulations for reef fish between Atlantic state and federal waters will reduce regulatory confusion, increase survivorship of released fish, and promote best fishing practices.