Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act
Young Fishermen's Development: Program Extension
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill extends a federal program that helps the next generation of commercial fishermen start and grow their businesses. It moves the program's expiration date from 2026 to 2031, ensuring five more years of funding and support.
- The program provides grants for training, mentorship, and education on sustainable fishing practices. It is designed to help young people overcome the high costs of entering the industry, such as buying expensive boats or learning complex environmental rules.
- This extension matters because the average age of American fishermen is rising. By helping younger people enter the field, Congress aims to protect the future of coastal economies and the nation's domestic seafood supply.
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Milestones
Received in the Senate.
The Senate has received the House-passed bill and will decide whether to take it up.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3692.
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act
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