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Doubled Funding for Fisherman Safety, Health, and Fatigue Prevention.

This law significantly increases federal funding for fishing safety training and research programs. The core change is expanding the scope of these programs to explicitly address behavioral and physical health risks, including substance use disorder and worker fatigue among fishing crews. This aims to improve working conditions and reduce accidents in one of the nation's most dangerous professions.
Key points
Funding Doubled: Annual funding authorization for safety and health grants is increased from $3 million to $6 million for fiscal years 2025 through 2029.
Mandatory Health Training: Safety training programs must now include specific prevention measures addressing substance abuse and chronic fatigue among fishing vessel operators and crew.
Expanded Research Focus: Safety research grants will now specifically focus on understanding and mitigating behavioral and physical health risks faced by commercial fishermen.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3225
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fishing Industry Safety, Health, and Wellness Improvement Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3225.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding Doubled: Annual funding authorization for safety and health grants is increased from $3 million to $6 million for fiscal years 2025 through 2029.
  • Mandatory Health Training: Safety training programs must now include specific prevention measures addressing substance abuse and chronic fatigue among fishing vessel operators and crew.
  • Expanded Research Focus: Safety research grants will now specifically focus on understanding and mitigating behavioral and physical health risks faced by commercial fishermen.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Labor Health