On the recordJuly 26, 2023
I introduced the SHARKED Act to study this issue and to look into ways to improve sport fishing conditions for anglers while protecting sharks.
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congress.govI introduced the SHARKED Act to study this issue and to look into ways to improve sport fishing conditions for anglers while protecting sharks.
Wittman discusses the SHARKED Act aimed at improving fishing conditions and shark protection.
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