National Fisherman
March 4, 2026
U.S. fishing organizations are applauding the passage of legislation renewing a key workforce training program for the commercial fishing industry.
The Fishing Communities Coalition (FCC) announced March 3 that H.R. 3692 has passed in the U.S. House of Representatives, reauthorizing the Young Fishermen’s Development Program (YFDP) through fiscal year 2031.
Administered through NOAA’s Sea Grant Program, the YFDP supports training opportunities for early-career commercial fishermen, focusing on marine safety, business management, and navigating the fishery management process.