Webinar Recording: Updates to California’s Prop 65
Earlier this month, ASA partnered with a leading regulatory law firm to provide updates on the future of California’s Proposition 65. The state recently finalized changes to the commonly used short form warning labels, requiring that products be labeled with at least one chemical name and providing additional warning options. These changes go into effect Jan. 1, 2028, but companies are advised to prepare for the new label requirements sooner rather than later.
We are making the recording available to all ASA members. Click the link below to request access.
Watch here.
House to Vote on Great Lakes Fishery Bill
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on the Great Lakes Fishery Reauthorization Act (S. 2878) sponsored by Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI). This bill, introduced in the House as H.R.1809 led by Rep. Quigley (D-IL) would extend funding for research and monitoring in the Great Lakes basin. Specifically, S. 2878 would support the Great Lakes Science Center in Ann Arbor, MI. It cleared the Senate in November.
The Great Lakes provide endless opportunities for recreational anglers and contribute billions of dollars to our nation’s economy. According to a 2022 report, the sportfishing industry contributes $5.1 billion to the region’s economy each year.
Click the link below to read the press release from Sen. Peters’ office.
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Policy Brief Details Animal Rights Group’s Efforts to Ban Live Bait
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA), with support from recreational fishing community partners, released a new policy brief detailing efforts by an international animal rights organization to restrict the use and sale of live bait in US waters.
Last week, ASA’s Inland Fisheries Policy Director, Connor Bevan, joined representatives from the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation and the National Aquaculture Association at the National Association of Sportsmen’s Caucuses Summit to discuss this anti-fishing campaign and its proposed restrictions with state legislators.
Click below to read the full release.
Read more here.
FWC: FWC sinks 227-foot freight vessel to build new marine habitat
SC Daily Gazette: Anglers had 2 days to catch red snapper off SC’s coast this year. They want a much longer season
Chinook Observer: Congress wrestles with sea lions
The Fishing Wire: American Sportfishing Association Announces Brand New Event
