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Trump Pays Duke $129M to Halt Offshore Wind
It was the fourth such deal struck by the administration to get companies to forfeit their offshore wind leases.
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Federal Judge Hears Pebble Mine Arguments
Federal judge hears oral arguments in Pebble mine case, decision pending
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Virginia Approves Menhaden Research Funding
Monty Deihl, CEO of Ocean Harvesters, said in a statement that the company is “extremely pleased” about the funding.
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USFWS Expands Shellfish Definition
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has finalized a rule reclassifying cephalopods as shellfish, a move advocates claim will reduce red tape and unnecessary fees around squid harvesting.
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Trump Administration Eyes USMCA Deadline
Multiple media reports indicate that the administration of U.S. President Trump will decline to extend the USMCA agreement, triggering a process that could see it leave the trade deal in a decade barring a new decision.
Council Focuses on Timely Implementation of Fishery Specifications; Recommends Changes to Habitat Research Area
VIRGINIA: Lawmakers approve funding of menhaden study
US Senate bill would target shrimp, crawfish, and catfish imports with higher duty rates
The Department of Commerce Announces 2026 Council Appointments
Governor Spanberger sends compromised Virginia budget proposal back with 14 amendments
ALASKA: Group criticizes proposed Alaska water reservation changes
New lawsuit claims Thai Union exploited Red Lobster endless shrimp promotion for financial gain
Council Focuses on Timely Implementation of Fishery Specifications; Recommends Changes to Habitat Research Area
Speed Limits for Ships Protect Endangered Right Whales From Vessel Strikes. Could the Animals Survive Without Them?
Trump Administration Pays Duke Energy $129 Million to Halt Offshore Wind Farm
Federal judge hears oral arguments in Pebble mine case, decision pending
VIRGINIA: Virginia budget funds long-awaited research on menhaden in the Chesapeake Bay
US Fish and Wildlife Service reclassifies squid and other cephalopods as shellfish
On eve of USMCA deadline, reports indicate Trump administration plans to deny extension
- US Senate bill would target shrimp, crawfish, and catfish imports with higher duty rates
- Advocacy Helps Small Fishing Businesses Secure a Win from Changes to Squid Rules
- Senate version of US Farm Bill also includes seafood provisions
Washington
- VIRGINIA: Virginia budget funds long-awaited research on menhaden in the Chesapeake Bay
- VIRGINIA: The last three members of the Northern Neck menhaden boat chantey singers perform again
- VIRGINIA: Lawmakers approve funding of menhaden study
State & Local
- Column: New paper’s menhaden claims not backed by evidence
- Opinion: Fisheries need science, not opinions
- Alaska’s maritime economy works because we invest in people, not just projects
Opinion
- On eve of USMCA deadline, reports indicate Trump administration plans to deny extension
- FAO: Growth of global seafood trade set to ease while prices set for steady rise over the next decade
- New England fishing leaders explore economic opportunities during National Green Crab Week
Economic Impact
- Trump Administration Pays Duke Energy $129 Million to Halt Offshore Wind Farm
- Drowning in red tape
- South Atlantic states cancel planned recreational red snapper seasons over lawsuit, push for fall dates instead
Fisheries Management
- CALIFORNIA: California seafood restaurant fined for violating commercial fishing laws
- Alaska halibut fisherman convicted in ghost fishing scheme
- Florida Keys commercial fisherman is sentenced to jail on lobster charges
Enforcement
- Our Ocean Conference results in USD 6.4 billion in global commitments toward blue economic advancements
- EU proposing complete ban on Russian cod, restrictions on other species
- Indian Ocean tuna regulator eases yellowfin fishing curbs amid sustainability concerns
International Trade
- NOAA Fisheries Trains for Whale Entanglement Response with New York and New Jersey Partners
- Speed Limits for Ships Protect Endangered Right Whales From Vessel Strikes. Could the Animals Survive Without Them?
- NOAA Fisheries Awards $3.8 Million for Marine Mammal Rescue Efforts through Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue Assistance Grants
Conservation & Environment
- Federal judge hears oral arguments in Pebble mine case, decision pending
- Trump defends Biden’s Alaska mine veto in court
- Environmental group sues federal government to boost protections for Pacific coast sunflower sea stars
Legal
- Council Focuses on Timely Implementation of Fishery Specifications; Recommends Changes to Habitat Research Area
- June 2026 Council Meeting Summary
- The Department of Commerce Announces 2026 Council Appointments