Young Fishermen - News Stories
Celebrating National Seafood Month with Launch of Gulf Commercial Fisherman Program
“The GCFP is about preparing these future leaders with the skills they need to thrive in an industry that requires grit, passion, and deep respect for the ocean. This program will ensure the future of Gulf fishing remains in capable hands. And what better month to start this new program than National Seafood Month?" Buddy Guindon, Executive Director
October 1, 2024
Fishing Communities Coalition Applauds Congress for Funding Young Fishermen’s Development Act
“We’re grateful that these funds will be available to support the next generation of hard working commercial fishermen. The future of American seafood is in good hands.” - Eric Brazer, Deputy Director
December 30, 2022
Senate CJS Appropriations Subcommittee Seeks to Fully Fund the YFDA for FY23
"We’re excited to see the Senate prioritize a path forward to support the next generation of commercial fishermen leaders.” - Eric Brazer, Deputy Director
August 2, 2022
FY22 Appropriations Omnibus Includes Funding for Young Fishermen
"As the landscape of this industry evolves, it’s vital to provide training and pathways for the next generation to be set up for success and continue providing fresh, sustainable seafood to dinner plates across the country. We thank Congress for prioritizing workforce development and training for the young fishermen who will be the face of this industry’s future.” - Eric Brazer, Deputy Director
March 17, 2022
As Fishermen Grow Older, Who Will Catch the Gulf's Bounty?
"Commercial fishermen are a line of defense for Gulf resources, because they rely on them for their businesses and their livelihoods. If these people age out and retire, you lose this voice." - Ashford Rosenberg, Shareholders' Alliance Policy Director
June 3, 2021
Young Fishermen's Development Act Signed Into Law
House Resolution 1240, titled the “Young Fishermen’s Development Act,” calls for the U.S. Department of Commerce to establish a first-of-its-kind grant program to address the dwindling number of young people who want to work in commercial fishing.
January 6, 2021
Trump signs bill to fund and train young fishermen
President Trump signed a bill yesterday that will distribute federal grants to help young fishermen get a start in their industry and create the first national training program for the next generation of commercial anglers.
January 6, 2021
Shareholders' Alliance Statement on Young Fishermen's Development Act Becoming Law
“Many of us have worked for decades to protect fish stocks and build strong seafood businesses and it is great to see Congress come together to support the next generation of fishermen,." - Buddy Guindon, Shareholders' Alliance Executive Director
January 6, 2021
US Senate passes bill to help young fishermen get into industry
Commercial fishing is a vital industry to the American culture and economy, and with the Young Fishermen’s Development Act, we can rest easier knowing there are resources available to provide training and education for the next generation of fishermen that will help feed this great country.
December 9, 2020