HR 3925 118th Congress House Public Lands and Natural Resources Education of the disadvantaged Hunting and fishing Licensing and registrations Marine and coastal resources, fisheries Outdoor recreation

Youth Coastal Fishing Program Act of 2023

Introduced: June 7, 2023 Introduced by: Salazar, Maria Elvira Republican · Florida See on congress.gov

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Jan 18, 2024

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Jun 9, 2023

Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries.

Jun 7, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Jun 7, 2023

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Youth Coastal Fishing Program Act of 2023

This bill directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to establish a grant program to support youth fishing projects.

Under the program, NOAA must award grants to nonprofit organizations; educational institutions; state, local, or tribal governments; or Native Hawaiian organizations for conducting youth fishing projects. Funds from the grants must be used for related purposes, such as (1) the purchase or rental of fishing equipment; (2) fees for boats, piers, or other facilities; (3) fishing licenses; and (4) fishing guide costs. In awarding such grants, NOAA must prioritize proposals for projects focused on underserved communities. NOAA must also provide technical assistance related to the youth fishing projects.

The bill also requires NOAA to report to Congress regarding (1) the entities that were awarded grants, (2) the amount of funds disbursed, and (3) the activities and number of participants funded by the grants.

What's happening now January 18, 2024

Subcommittee Hearings Held

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