Fisheries management bill introduced in Senate
The bipartisan Modern Fish Act was introduced this week in the Senate.
Magnuson-Stevens
Senators back industry voices for Magnuson-Stevens action
The recreational fishing industry welcomed the action taken by five U.S. senators.
House passes Magnuson-Stevens reauthorization
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Monday to reauthorize the primary statute governing marine fisheries.
Obama threatens veto of Magnuson-Stevens
Despite widespread support, Obama said he will veto the bill if it passes.
Magnuson-Stevens reauthorization bill clears House panel
House committee last week approved H.R. 1335, which would reauthorize the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
Anglers’ luck could be changing
Any discussion of the convoluted 1970s laws that regulate saltwater fishing seasons and catch limits tends to leave people glassy-eyed, wondering only, “Can I take my kids fishing?”
