Bristol Bay News On Friday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency made a major announcement: they will keep the 404(c) protections that can offer permanent protections to Bristol Bay on the table. In a statement, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt explained that after listening to stakeholders within the Bristol Bay region, Alaska and nationwide, “it is my...
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UFA Legislative Update: January 26, 2018
Dear Members and Friends, Activity at the Legislature is picking up with several Fisheries Committee meetings taking place, as well as Jerry and myself meeting with legislators to discuss issues and UFA concerns. There are a few bills that we are keeping an eye on and monitoring closely. I have outlined three that we have...
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UFA Legislative Update: January 19, 2018
Greetings UFA members and friends! Today marks the end of my second week on the job as the new Executive Director of UFA. My arrival at UFA coincided with the start of the 30th Legislature second regular session, which required me to hit the ground running. I’ve been busy introducing myself to legislators and getting...