On the recordJuly 26, 2023
If closures are implemented, it is going to be very difficult in my district.
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congress.govIf closures are implemented, it is going to be very difficult in my district.
Rutherford warns that fishing closures would negatively impact his district.
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NOAA closed our seasons because there weren't enough fish. Now, they are closing our season because there are too many fish being caught and discarded.
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