May 8, 2020 — There’s more help on the way for Maine’s fishing industry, which is reeling right now, as the pandemic is affecting both the supply and demand.
The federal government announced more than $20 million in direct support for fishermen, lobstermen and others in the seafood supply chain Thursday.
The money was included in the CARES Act, but has been held up while the details were worked out.
Members of Maine’s congressional delegation say the money will be essential to keeping this struggling industry afloat.