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Steve Southerland: “The new sector separation schemes and 'individual catch shares' for Gulf of Mexico fisheries is not an answer, it's an…”

On the recordAugust 24, 2012
The new sector separation schemes and 'individual catch shares' for Gulf of Mexico fisheries is not an answer, it's an agenda, and it will forever change the face of our local community in a way that is not at all what's good for Florida fishermen.
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Steve Southerland
Florida

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Southerland opposes new fishing regulations that he believes will harm local communities.

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