The Original Magnuson Act

Question

The original Magnuson Act
A) Strongly reduced fishing by United States coastal fishermen
B) Set up a 200-mile fishing zone for United States fishermen
C) Resulted in large-scale increases of many coastal fish species
D) Has never been renewed

Accepted Answer

The original Magnuson Act, passed in 1976, established a 200-mile exclusive economic zone (EEZ) for the United States, effectively setting up a 200-mile fishing zone for United States fishermen. This was intended to manage fishery resources and protect U.S. fishing interests.