HR 3692119th CongressIntroduced

To reauthorize the Young Fishermen's Development Act.

Introduced: Jun 3, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6] (D-Massachusetts)

Agriculture & FoodLabor & Employment

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

This bill is a straightforward reauthorization of the Young Fishermen's Development Act. It changes the expiration date for the program from 2026 to 2031, allowing the act’s authorities to continue for another five years (through 2031). The text provided does not include any new programs, funding levels, or policy changes beyond extending the deadline. The bill was introduced in the House on June 3, 2025, by Representative Moulton with several co-sponsors and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources. In short: the bill keeps the existing Young Fishermen's Development Act in place longer, giving Congress time to consider future updates, funding, or adjustments.

Key Points

1The bill amends Section 5(a) of the Young Fishermen's Development Act (33 U.S.C. 1144(a)) to extend the expiration from 2026 to 2031.
2It is a reauthorization bill for the Act, meaning it renews the federal authority to operate the program (no new authorities described in the text).
3Introduction and sponsors: introduced in the House on June 3, 2025, by Rep. Moulton with several co-sponsors; referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.
4No funding levels or new program details are included in the text provided; the modification is limited to extending the authorization period.
5Purpose is to ensure continued federal support for development programs aimed at helping young fishermen enter and thrive in the industry.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Young and aspiring fishermen, and coastal communities that rely on fishing as an economic activity.Secondary group/area affected: Organizations and agencies administering the program (e.g., federal departments/agencies involved in fisheries and workforce development, as well as nonprofit or educational partners that deliver training and development services).Additional impacts: Provides continuity for planning and budgeting by allowing the program to operate through 2031; signals ongoing federal support for youth involvement in the fishing industry, though no new funding or policy changes are specified in this bill.

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