OAR 635-039-0085. Halibut Seasons

(1) The Pacific halibut sport fishery in Oregon is regulated by the federal government and the International Pacific Halibut Commission (IPHC). OAR Chapter 635, Division 039 incorporates into Oregon Administrative Rules, by reference: (a) Code of Federal Regulations, Part 300, Subpart E (October 1, 2025 ed.), as amended; (b) Federal Register Vol. 91, No. 57, dated Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (91 FR 14464); (c) Federal Register Vol. 91, No. 84, dated Friday, May 1, 2026 (91 FR 23369); (d) Federal Register Vol. 91, No. 107, dated Thursday, June 4, 2026 (91 FR 33659); (e) Federal Register Vol. 91, No. 142, dated Monday, July 27, 2026 (91 FR 46866); and (f) Federal Register Vol. 91, No. 151, dated Friday August 7, 2026 (91 FR 51104). (2) Therefore, persons must consult all publications referenced in this rule in addition to Division 039 to determine applicable halibut fishing seasons.