On the recordNovember 30, 2011
It is crucial that the management agencies within the Federal Government be proactive in protecting fisheries rather than attempting to address overfished stocks after they are in crisis situation.
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congress.govIt is crucial that the management agencies within the Federal Government be proactive in protecting fisheries rather than attempting to address overfished stocks after they are in crisis situation.
Emphasizes the need for proactive fisheries management to prevent crises.
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