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Who We Are
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Fishery Conservation Network
Whale Avoidance
Fuel Efficiency
Bathymetry
Electronic Monitoring
Vehicle Technology Project
Fisheries Management
ROADLESS RULE
Sablefish
Halibut
Observer Program
Education & Training
Fishermen's Expo
Seaweed Farming
A Guide to USDA Funding
Climate Change
Climate Action
Climate Solutions
Climate Planning
Seafood Distribution Network
Alaskans Own
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Why Frozen?
Flash Frozen Marketing Toolkit and Seafood Resource Manual
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Young Fisherman's Development Act
Sitka Community Boatyard
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ALFA Staff
October 6, 2025

House Committee advances reauthorization of Young Fishermen’s Development Act

ALFA Staff
October 6, 2025

On Sept. 3, the House Natural Resources Committee has advanced H.R. 3692, a bill to reauthorize the Young Fishermen’s Development Act (YFDA). The legislation, first passed in 2020, is aimed at addressing workforce challenges in the commercial fishing industry by providing training and business development support for new entrants.

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