Protecting US Fisheries: Resilience Program and Global Seafood Competitiveness.
This law establishes a new federal program dedicated to protecting US fisheries and coastal communities from the effects of climate and environmental changes. It authorizes $30 million annually for research and ocean modeling to ensure stable seafood supplies. Furthermore, it requires a comprehensive report analyzing how to boost the competitiveness of domestic seafood producers in global trade, potentially affecting the availability and cost of US seafood.
Key points
Creation of the Fisheries and Ecological Resilience Program (FERP) with $30 million authorized annually (2025-2030) to study and model ocean changes affecting fish stocks.
Fishery management plans must now explicitly consider and adapt to changing environmental conditions, ensuring the long-term health of marine resources.
A required federal report will analyze trade barriers and recommend a new National Seafood Trade Policy to improve the market position of US seafood producers.
Status:
Expired
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