Take Action to Support Sportfish Restoration Fund Reauthorization
On March 26, a group of eight bipartisan senators, led by Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Maria Cantwell (D-WA) introduced a bill (S. 4250) to reauthorize the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund through 2031. The legislation is co-sponsored by Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS), Gary Peters (D-MI), Tim Sheehy (R-MT), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN).
"For 76 years, the sportfishing industry has proudly contributed to this program through the federal excise tax on fishing equipment, creating a powerful, self-sustaining model for conservation," said Glenn Hughes, President and CEO of ASA. "These funds are critical to supporting state-led fisheries management, expanding public access, and maintaining healthy fish populations. Reauthorizing this program ensures that anglers and the broader outdoor recreation community can continue to rely on strong fisheries and accessible waters for generations to come."
Take action today and tell your Senators and Representative to support this critical conservation funding program.