Federal Financial Programs Affecting Commercial Fisheries: Hearing Before the National Ocean Policy Study of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and ... One Hundred Third Congress (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656171766 ISBN 13: 9780656171767

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Federal Financial Programs Affecting Commercial Fisheries explains how U.S.

government financing and policy shape the nation’s fishing industry. This hearing record sheds light on current programs, their aims, and the challenges fishermen face as stock health and market conditions change.

The document captures discussions among lawmakers, agency officials, and industry voices about funding, debt, and development tools that support or constrain the commercial fisheries sector. It highlights ongoing programs, proposed improvements, and the coordination needed between industry and government to sustain fishing communities.

• What financial assistance and development programs exist for fisheries and how they work
• Key policy questions, challenges, and proposed changes to support stock recovery and industry viability
• Examples of programs like grant initiatives, loan guarantees, and vessel buy-back concepts
• Strategies for public-private partnerships and industry involvement in reform efforts

Ideal for readers of public policy, maritime economics, and government programs related to the fishing industry.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656171766
• ISBN 13: 9780656171767
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 70