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Congress·Reported·S. 2357

Training Grants for Young Fishermen

Young Fishermen’s Development Program Reauthorization Act

Also known as: Young Fishermen’s Development Extension Act

3 days ago·View on Congress.gov

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Key Points

  • This bill extends a federal program that provides grants to help young and beginning fishermen. The program was originally set to end in 2026, but this change would keep it running for five more years until 2031.
  • The money from these grants goes toward training, education, and mentorship. It helps new fishermen learn how to run a sustainable business, follow safety rules, and use the latest fishing technology.
  • This matters because the average age of commercial fishermen is rising. It is becoming harder and more expensive for young people to start their own fishing businesses or buy the equipment they need.
  • By extending this program, the government aims to support local fishing communities and make sure there is a new generation of workers ready to provide seafood to the rest of the country.

Milestones

4 milestones5 actions
Mar 11, 2026Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 351.

Mar 11, 2026Senate

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-115.

Oct 21, 2025Senate

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Jul 17, 2025Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Jul 17, 2025

Introduced in Senate

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Young Fishermen’s Development Program Reauthorization Act

Bill NumberS 2357
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 351.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(4)
D: 1R: 3

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