In a distressing turn of events, the US government, having already targeted family farms, is now setting its sights on the fishing industry, striking at the heart of our food sources. A new regulation from the Biden Administration is not only making it financially burdensome for fishermen but also threatening the very existence of established fisheries.
The latest move by the Biden Administration has sent shockwaves through the fishing industry, with one Fishery Liaison expressing concern that this regulation could potentially “force us out of a fishery.” The government, facing budget constraints for an expansion program, has shifted the financial burden directly onto commercial fishermen and fishing vessels. The impact is staggering, with some fishermen paying more per day than they make on the water.
In a conversation with Megan, a representative of the affected industry, the dire consequences of a potential loss at the Supreme Court become evident. If the industry is unable to overturn this regulation, it could spell disaster for vessels that have been part of the fishery for four decades. The situation seems paradoxical – conducting business becomes unsustainable when the financial burden imposed by the government surpasses the income generated on the water.
The sentiment within the fishing community is one of frustration and bewilderment. Many feel that regulators, who are not elected officials, are imposing regulations without input from the public or the business community. The lack of transparency and accountability raises concerns about the source of authority behind these regulations, leaving those in the industry grappling with an uncertain future.
As the battle unfolds, the fishing industry finds itself at a crossroads, fighting not just for its economic survival but for the continuation of a way of life that has been sustained legally and sustainably for decades. The question that looms large is whether the industry can withstand this assault on its livelihood, or if it will succumb to the financial pressures imposed by government regulations. The fishing community remains united in its resistance, seeking clarity and fairness in a regulatory landscape that threatens the very fabric of their existence.
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First The US Government Attacks Family Farms, Now They’re Going After The Fishing Industry. It’s An Attack On Our Food Sources 🚨
NEW Biden Administration Regulation Is Making It So Expensive That “You’re Paying More To The Government Than You Are Making On The Water That Day”… pic.twitter.com/xGOYfrpWu8
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