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The Pacific Fishery Management Council, a multistate, quasi-federal body, is expected to decide in April after a series of meetings whether there will be a limited fishing season or none at all.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2025

The Pacific Fishery Management Council, a multistate, quasi-federal body that decides on ocean fishing seasons, plans to select one of three potential alternatives at a Friday through April 11 meeting in Seattle.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2024

If Mr. Azar refuses, Dr. Bright’s complaint would ordinarily be sent to the Merit Systems Protection Board, an independent quasi-federal agency charged with deciding claims of whistle-blower reprisal.

From New York Times • May 8, 2020

The quasi-federal institution changed its events policy this year to allow its 19 museums — and the zoo — to host personal and nonprofit events in addition to corporate parties.

From Washington Post • Oct. 18, 2019

One state, Hawaii, is even moving in the other direction, planning to scrap its state-run health care exchange in favor of a quasi-federal setup known in government-speak as a “supported state-based exchange.”

From Washington Times • Jun. 8, 2015