General Information
In October of 2021, the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries released final revised management plans, regulations, and a final environmental impact statement for Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
These documents are a result of six years of study, planning and public input and addresses key issues in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Issues addressed include wildlife disturbance, water quality, introduced species, and coastal development.
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| MBNMS Management Plan -November 2021- |
Final Environmental Assessment –November 2021– |
MBNMS Final Rules & Regulations -November 2021- |
Supplemental Plans
This supplemental Action Plan was developed utilizing recommendations made by the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council's Kelp Working Group and the Research Activities Panel.
Original Designation Documents - 1992
- MBNMS Environmental Impact Statement
- MBNMS Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement/Management Plan
- MBNMS Management Plan
- MBNMS Final Rule with Designation Document