Reps. Dingell and Mast Reintroduce Forage Fish Conservation Act to Protect Fishing Economy
Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Brian Mast (R-FL) have reintroduced legislation to strengthen key protections for fisheries.
The Forage Fish Conservation Act builds upon the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act — the primary federal law governing the management of marine fisheries. The bill aims to improve protections for forage fish like herring, while also supporting species like tuna, salmon, and cod.
This is the second time within the last year that Reps. Dingell and Mast have reintroduced the bill. During an oversight hearing...
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