S1152Referred to Committee

Rhode Island Fishermen's Fairness Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-03-26
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1
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Sponsor

Jack Reed
Jack Reed
Democrat · RI · Senator
Votes with party: 82.1% (907 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (1)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1874-1875)

2025-03-26

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Plain-English Summary

This legislation would establish new protections and fair treatment standards for commercial fishermen in Rhode Island, likely addressing issues like fishing rights, catch limits, and access to fishing grounds. The bill aims to ensure that local fishermen have equitable opportunities to make a living from their trade while competing with larger fishing operations. It has been sent to the Senate Commerce Committee for review and discussion.

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Public Lands and Natural Resources
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