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Cook Inlet Data Center Raises Fishing Concerns
Many Alaskans have opposed proposed data center development in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and on the North Slope. Some residents don’t believe they belong in Cook Inlet, either.
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Congress Sends Seafood Enforcement Bill to Trump
U.S. Congress has sent the Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act to President Donald Trump to be signed into law after the Senate agreed to changes made to the legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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States Challenge ESA Changes Affecting Fisheries
A coalition of 21 attorneys general is challenging Trump administration changes to the Endangered Species Act that alter protections for threatened species and critical habitat.
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North Carolina Appeals Fisheries Management Ruling
The U.S. state of North Carolina is appealing a court ruling that found evidence “overwhelmingly” shows the state's government failed to protect coastal fisheries.
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Reedville Seeks Pause on Menhaden Catch Cuts
Three studies will examine commercial fishing and other impacts on Atlantic menhaden as the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission considers reducing catch limits and spreading out fishing days in Chesapeake Bay.
US Senator Ed Markey blocks quick passage of Bycatch Reduction Act
Kelp Farms and Marine Life Co-Exist in Southeast Alaska
LOUISIANA: Fishermen question LNG industry’s efforts to boost Louisiana fisheries
VIRGINIA: Young fishing voice joins Chesapeake Bay menhaden debate
ALASKA: Southwest Alaska communities call for fact-based fisheries debate
ALASKA: Alaska fishing and wildlife groups raise alarm over proposal for underwater Cook Inlet data center
US Congress sends Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act to Trump
MAINE: Restaurants, DTC suppliers highlight Maine lobster during Maine Lobster Week
21 states challenge ESA changes that could affect US fisheries
North Carolina to appeal judge’s ruling on failed state fisheries management
UN, in collab with WWF, publishes new Ocean Investment Protocol
MASSACHUSETTS: New Bedford Harbor turns red for wastewater dye study
National Seafood Association joins Alaskan organizations calling for EU CATCH reform
VIRGINIA: With three menhaden fish studies funded, Reedville asks state managers to hold off on catch cuts
- US Congress sends Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act to Trump
- US Senator Ed Markey blocks quick passage of Bycatch Reduction Act
- Farm Bill 2.0 included new provisions for fishing, seafood
Washington
- ALASKA: Alaska fishing and wildlife groups raise alarm over proposal for underwater Cook Inlet data center
- MAINE: Restaurants, DTC suppliers highlight Maine lobster during Maine Lobster Week
- LOUISIANA: Fishermen question LNG industry’s efforts to boost Louisiana fisheries
State & Local
- NEFSA’S JASON JOYCE: Before blaming fishermen, Chesapeake Bay needs better menhaden data
- USDA announces nearly USD 20 million in catfish awards
- Opinion on The Maine Lobstermen Decision and Recent Federal Fisheries Actions
Opinion
- Offshore wind job training built for a boom is facing down a bust
- Pacific Northwest lawmakers request Section 32 purchase of hake
- Inflation among factors leading to consumer sentiment dip in August, but shelf-stable seafood continues to shine at US retail
Economic Impact
- NOAA Fisheries moves to allow rock shrimp trawling in Oculina Bank, despite concerns over rare coral
- Trump administration authorizes South Atlantic states to run extended recreational red snapper fishing seasons, again
- NOAA could take lead on scallop permit-stacking
Fisheries Management
- NOAA proposal could change protections for NC right whales, turtles
- US Department of Labor recovers USD 732,976 in unpaid wages for workers at Florida seafood buffet
- US pledges USD 17 million to fight IUU fishing in the Pacific Islands
Enforcement
- UN, in collab with WWF, publishes new Ocean Investment Protocol
- National Seafood Association joins Alaskan organizations calling for EU CATCH reform
- IATTC adopts interim management procedure for Pacific bluefin, but again defers for tropical tunas
International Trade
- Study finds El Niño events can boost nutrients in Gulf of Alaska
- El Niño is coming for the economy
- Trump rescinds executive order coordinating Chesapeake Bay restoration over “rain taxes”
Conservation & Environment
- 21 states challenge ESA changes that could affect US fisheries
- North Carolina to appeal judge’s ruling on failed state fisheries management
- New York, California sue to block Trump administration deals canceling offshore wind projects
Legal
- Council Takes Action on Scallops, Herring, and Habitat; Elects Officers
- Council Addresses Executive Order and NOAA Directives through 2027 Work Priorities
- Atlantic Herring Western Maine and Massachusetts/New Hampshire Spawning Closures in Effect Starting September 23, 2026 through November 3, 2026