Rep. Figures’ bill to extend National Estuary Program clears U.S. House
The ESTUARIES Act marked the freshman lawmaker's first legislation to pass the House, securing vital estuary protection funding through 2031.
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Sen. Britt signs letter calling for ban on Chinese seafood imports
Senators urged immediate action against illegal Chinese fishing, alleging economic assault and human rights abuses in the seafood industry.
State Rep. Chip Brown pre-files legislation to bolster commercial seafood industry
His legislative package included measures to support commercial fishing, retail seafood sales and the protection of local marine waters.