I was happy to see USDA established a new Office of Seafood this month to better support and serve our seafood industry, helping to enable the administration's America first seafood strategy. American seafood is a vital part of the U.S. food supply. I think it is a vital part of American agriculture. Codifying this office will ensure that this support continues for years to come by providing dedicated resources, time, and coordination for the industry. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on the amendment.
Glenn Thompson: “I was happy to see USDA established a new Office of Seafood this month to better support and serve our seafood industry…”
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Discussing the establishment of a new Office of Seafood by USDA and its importance to the seafood industry.
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