Sharks' biology make them vulnerable to overfishing. Some sharks may only breed once every two years. Low replacement plus high fishing mortality equals rapid depletion. By-catch, or incidental catch, adds to shark depletion. The majority of by-catch is dumped, wasted.
Compliance is voluntary.
Tuna and swordfish longlining are a major source of incidental shark kills. Thus, the plan is based on unrealistic data, it has unattainable quotas, and ineffective measures. It must be modified. This is the job of the Operations Team, a group of qualified scientists and officials, which recommend necessary changes to the plan. Write your concerns, public input is vital to bring about change.