House Bill HB 35– Conflict Of Interest: Board Fisheries/Game will be heard in House Resources on Wednesday March 27 and Friday March 29. The sponsor of this bill, Representative Stutes, has urged all fishermen to please weigh in to support this bill. UFA strongly SUPPORTS HB 35 as it will allow Board of Fisheries board members to participate...
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UFA Special Announcement: Donations to USCG Will You Be a Hero to Alaska’s Coast Guard?
North Pacific fishing trade associations are banding together to provide a forum to help Alaska’s USCG families in need. Each trade association is aiming to raise $7,500-$10,000 in tax-deductible contributions. We’ve worked directly with the USCG to set this up in a way that is legal for them to accept and helps them bridge their...
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UFA Legislative Update: January 18, 2018
Dear UFA Members and Friends, The 31st Legislature is getting underway in Juneau. The Senate and House both gaveled in on Monday and swore in new members. On Thursday, Foster was elected Pro Tem of the House until the House gets organized. ...