California Governor Requests Fishery Disaster Relief for Albacore Industry
California Governor Gavin Newsom requested a federal fishery disaster declaration to support the albacore fishing industry.
Newsom’s office explained that last year marked the worst season for the West Coast North Pacific pole and troll albacore fishery in over three decades. The fishery declined in volume and value by 71% and 65%, respectively.
Newsom joined the governors of Washington and Oregon and submitted the request to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo.
“To the California communities that rely on albacore fishing: we’re working to get you the relief you need...
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