Coast Guard Opens Spots on National Fishing Safety Advisory Committee
Published Date: 6/17/2025
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The Coast Guard is looking for 18 new members to join the National Commercial Fishing Safety Advisory Committee. This group helps make fishing safer across the country by advising the government. If you’re involved in commercial fishing and want to make a difference, now’s the time to apply—no money changes, just a chance to help shape safety rules!
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