The ASMFC is considering new restrictions before work intended to support a scientifically based Bay Cap is complete. Second, the Menhaden Technical Committee found no consistent evidence that the timing of reduction fishing affects Maryland pound-net catches. The Addendum Does Not Establish a Biological Basis for New RestrictionsThe addendum is a solution in search of a problem. The Menhaden Technical Committee's review found no consistent relationship between the timing of reduction fishing and Maryland pound-net catches. Virginia has also committed $2 million over two years to a VIMS-led Atlantic menhaden research program.