Apr 16, 2018
The Sustainable Shark Fisheries and Trade Act (H.R. 5248) builds on and strengthens these past efforts.
Daniel Webster
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Daniel Alan Webster is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Florida's 11th congressional district since January 3, 2013. A member of the Republican Party, he has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and fiscal responsibility during his time in office. Webster previously served in the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate, where he gained experience in state-level legislation before moving to Congress. He is known for his commitment to conservative principles and has been active in various congressional committees.
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Apr 16, 2018
Our livelihoods are directly threatened by H.R. 1456/S. 793 which requires us to waste part of a natural resource by throwing away fins from our sustainably harvested sharks without benefiting global shark conservation.
Apr 16, 2018
I am honored to come before the Water, Power and Oceans Subcommittee to testify in support of H.R. 5248.
Apr 16, 2018
I cannot urge you strongly enough to support the SSFTA and oppose the fin ban.
Apr 16, 2018
I personally thank Congressmen Webster and Lieu for introducing this proactive bill that levels the playing field for American fishermen.
Apr 16, 2018
I cannot express how demoralizing it would be if Congress were to take away our needed shark fin income.
Apr 16, 2018
We believe H.R. 5248 or 'SSFTA' is a meaningful and effective alternative to harmful legislation proposed by CA Representative Ed Royce and NJ Senator Cory Booker.
Apr 16, 2018
Shark finning, not to mention shark overfishing, is just not a problem here.
Apr 16, 2018
We oppose the practice of shark finning and have long supported the laws passed by Congress to ensure the practice does not occur in U.S. shark fisheries.
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