This bill doesn't include direct financial help for families. Any changes to seafood prices or job opportunities would take years to show up.
$30,000-$60,000
If you work in fishing, seafood processing, or related jobs, stronger industry support could mean more stable work over time. Most families won't see immediate changes.
$60,000-$100,000
Your household budget likely won't change from this policy. Any effects on seafood prices or local jobs would be small and gradual.
Over $100,000
This policy doesn't target your income level and won't affect your day-to-day finances. You might see minor changes in seafood costs over time.
What you can do right now
Your voice carries more weight when it comes from the people a policy affects.
The American Seafood Competitiveness Act is a federal proposal being reviewed by Congress. It aims to strengthen America's fishing and seafood businesses so they can compete with international companies. The bill is now in a Senate committee for study and discussion. When we show up together, our community becomes more connected, more resilient, and more powerful.