Requested Exemptions Clause Samples
The Requested Exemptions clause defines the process by which a party may formally request to be excused from certain obligations or requirements set forth in the agreement. Typically, this clause outlines the procedure for submitting exemption requests, such as providing written notice and justifying the need for the exemption, and may specify the criteria or authority responsible for approving or denying such requests. Its core practical function is to provide flexibility within the contract, allowing parties to address unforeseen circumstances or special situations without breaching the agreement.
Requested Exemptions. 15 The Tri-State Sector requests exemption from the following management measures: 16
17 1. The 120-day block out of the fishery for gillnet vessels.
18 2. The 20-day spawning block out of the fishery required for all vessels.
19 3. Limitation on the number of gillnets for Day gillnet vessels.
20 4. Prohibition on a vessel’s hauling another vessels gillnet gear.
21 5. Prohibition on the number of gillnets that may be hauled on Georges Bank when 22 fishing under a Groundfish/Monkfish, DAS
23 6. Length and horsepower restrictions on DAS leasing.
24 7. Limit on the number of hooks that may be fished.
25 8. Access to Gulf of Maine Sink Gillnet Program
26 9. Access to the US/CA areas for trawl vessels starting August 1 27 10. Gear requirements in the US/CA areas
Requested Exemptions. The Sector requests exemption from the following management measures: 1 Many of the GOM Rolling Closure Areas are universally exempt, except for the following: 1.) Blocks 124 and 125 in April; 2.) Blocks 132 and 133 in April-May; 3.) Block 138 in May; 4.) Blocks 139, 140 in May-June; and 5.) Blocks 145, 146,147, and 152 in June.
1. The 120-day block out of the fishery for gillnet vessels.
2. The limit on the number of gillnets imposed on Day category gillnet vessels, but not to exceed 150 nets per permit.
3. The 20-day spawning block out of the fishery required for all vessels.
4. Length and horsepower restrictions on DAS leasing for only SHS participating vessels and those of any other sector that is granted this exemption.
5. Rolling closure of Block 138 in May
Requested Exemptions. The Tri-State Sector requests exemption from the following management measures:
1. The 120-day block out of the fishery for gillnet vessels.
2. The 20-day spawning block out of the fishery required for all vessels.
3. Length and horsepower restrictions on DAS leasing for Tri State participating vessels and those of any other sectors that is granted this exemption.