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Carter successfully fights to extend red snapper season
major step forward for North Carolina’s fishermen and coastal businesses,” said Rep. David Rouzer … huge, long-overdue win for South Carolina’s fishermen and coastal communities,” said Rep. Russell
Congressman Begich Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Representation on North Pacific Fishery Management Council
fishing communities, including subsistence users, small boat fishermen, and recreational stakeholders. The legislation would: Require that voting members
Rep. Nancy Mace Secures Wins For South Carolina Shrimpers And Fishermen In House-Passed Farm Bill
Expand Access to USDA Programs for Commercial Fishermen WASHINGTON, D.C. (Apr. 30, 2026) – Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace … expand federal farm loan eligibility to commercial fishermen and fish processors for the first time. "Shrimping and fishing
Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Four Farm Bill Amendments Putting South Carolina's Shrimpers And Fishermen First
Agriculture (USDA) loan and grant programs to fishermen and fish processors, creates a new Office of Seafood within … through international financial institutions. South Carolina's shrimpers, fishermen, and seafood processors are the backbone of the Lowcountry
U.S. Senator Katie Britt Highlights Alabama’s National Water Center, Gulf of America Economy with Secretary Lutnick
that is inappropriate in the way of our fishermen and our energy, because we are the Department … thrive and succeed. We need the Alabama fishermen to thrive and succeed … And we will make sure that
Congresswoman Letlow Files Bill to Protect American Seafood
that taxpayer-funded seafood is sourced from American fishermen and processors, protecting taxpayers from subsidizing foreign countries … nutritional programs is a win for our children, fishermen, and coastal economies. We commend Representative Letlow
Senator Collins’ Statement on the Creation of the USDA Office of Seafood
communities. I appreciate that USDA is recognizing our fishermen as farmers of the sea and establishing the Office … Seafood will expand federal support for America’s fishermen and seafood harvesters, and ensure fishermen, small businesses
Defending New Jersey and U.S. seafood/fishing industriesSmith co-chairs hearing on China’s illegal fishing practices
fishing practices, which distort seafood markets, harm American fishermen, undermine law and order, enable human rights abuses … patently unfair for U.S. and New Jersey fishermen to compete and earn their honest wage. In 2018 alone
AMP: Arkansas Senator Scores Wins, Pushes Colleagues to Deliver Last Section of Farm Bill
bankruptcy filings — specifically for farmers and family fishermen — reached 88 in the first quarter of 2025, nearly doubling
Rep. Cammack Helps Launch Inaugural USDA Office of Seafood
will strengthen the domestic seafood industry, support American fishermen and aquaculture producers, and expand access to markets—ensuring … country, we’re cutting red tape, backing our fishermen, and ensuring American seafood competes—and wins
Opening statement of Co-Chairman Smith at CECC hearingDark Nets, Illicit Labor—Confronting China’s IUU Fishing and Seafood Supply Chain
protect the American seafood industry and American fishermen. In fact, on March 24, 2026, the Senate unanimously passed
Sullivan Celebrates New USDA Office of Seafood, Increased Federal Support for Alaska Fishermen
Office of Seafood, Increased Federal Support for Alaska Fishermen WASHINGTON —U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) today joined … office will expand federal support for America’s fishermen and seafood harvesters, and ensure fishermen, small businesses
Senators Collins, King Urge NOAA to Reconsider Ropeless Gear Mandate for Maine Lobstermen
founded concerns expressed by Maine’s lobstermen and fishermen regarding ropeless gear, and to include them … full and meaningful weight to concerns raised by fishermen regarding ropeless/on demand fishing gear as NMFS’s core
Senate Unanimously Passes Sullivan-Whitehouse Bill to Combat Illegal Foreign Seafood Harvest
world and in Alaska and undercut our fishermen, who fish sustainably. I want to thank my Senate colleagues … back against IUU fishing on behalf of our fishermen and coastal communities.” “I was glad to work with
Senate Unanimously Passes Sullivan-Whitehouse Bill to Combat Illegal Foreign Seafood Harvest
world and in Alaska and undercut our fishermen, who fish sustainably. I want to thank my Senate colleagues … back against IUU fishing on behalf of our fishermen and coastal communities.” “I was glad to work with
PASSED BY HOUSE: Ezell Bill to Strengthen Coastal Monitoring and Resilience
time data is for protecting lives, supporting our fishermen, and strengthening our coastal economy,” Ezell said … Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System ensures communities, fishermen, and emergency managers have reliable data to protect lives
PASSED BY HOUSE: Ezell Bill to Strengthen Coastal Monitoring and Resilience
time data is for protecting lives, supporting our fishermen, and strengthening our coastal economy,” Ezell said. “Reauthorizing IOOS … Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System ensures communities, fishermen, and emergency managers have reliable data to protect lives
Sullivan Recognizes Olivia Klupar as “Alaskan of the Week”
United States on the world stage to the fishermen, small businesses, and families who help to sustain
Senator Collins Receives Sea Grant Association Award
strengthening our nation’s coastal economies, supporting fishermen and marine businesses, and sustaining our working waterfronts. When
Senator Moody Pushes SHARKED Act to Protect Florida Fisherman from Jaws
Scott in the effort to protect Florida’s fishermen and tourists. The legislation is ready for a floor
Senator Collins Attends Fishermen’s Forum Dinner
Senator Susan Collins attended the annual Maine Fishermen’s Forum dinner at the Samoset Resort in Rockport … spoke with fishermen and industry stakeholders about Maine’s commercial fishing sector. Hundreds of attendees joined leaders from
Local Spotlight: Cassidy Highlights ISLE DE JEAN Charles Marina Owner for Lifelong Commitment to the Bayou
place that’s become a gathering point for fishermen, neighbors, and visitors from around the world. Today, Theo
Sullivan Touts “Alaska Comeback,” Historic Opportunities, in Annual Address to Legislature
safety, highlighted continued work to support Alaska’s fishermen and coastal communities, and underscored a historic federal investment … also worked tirelessly to help our fishermen and coastal communities. As the chairman of the subcommittee with jurisdiction
Cassidy Raises National Security Concerns OVER Chinese Technology, Supports Louisiana Fishermen at Senate Finance Hearing
witnesses on stopping illegal fishing operations harming Louisiana fishermen during a U.S. Senate Finance Committee hearing … snapper in U.S. waters, which hurts Louisiana fishermen. “Do you agree the tax agreement should prevent illegally harvested