ASA Policy Watch Updates

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Congressman Bruce Westerman  joins ASA for Conversation on Fisheries Policy

Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-AR) and ASA’s VP of Government Affairs, Mike Leonard, touch on a few of the most pressing topics facing the sport today, including youth participation, proposed bans on traditional tackle, and the $148 billion economic contribution sportfishing provides for communities across the country. Click below to watch the full interview.

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ASA Introduces Sustainability Toolkit

ASA is excited to release our new Sustainability Toolkit, prepared by Rick Crawford, sustainability expert and President of Emerger Strategies. Recognizing changing market trends and consumer shifts toward more sustainable products, this Toolkit provides a pathway for businesses of all sizes to begin their sustainability journey. It also includes business case studies from ASA members who have undertaken sustainability initiatives.

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Why Red Snapper in the Atlantic May Not be Coming Home for Dinner

Despite evidence to the contrary, the Atlantic red snapper fishery remains unattainable for most anglers. While state managed fisheries are offering 100+ day seasons in the Gulf of Mexico, the Atlantic season may last only 2 days at most in 2024. Click the link below to read more from Ed Killer in his latest TCPalm article.
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BTT:Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Advances Bonefish Spawning Research In The Florida Keys


Water World Wire:Yamaha Supports Florida’s Battle Against Lionfish


NOAA Fisheries: Fish Passage Projects Selected for Funding


ASA: Empowering Anglers: ASA’s Fishing Share the Fun Campaign Aims to Spread Joy of Fishing Across Communities

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