House approves country-of-origin labeling for shrimp on restaurant menus Lawmakers agreed to a senate substitute to HB 117 requiring country-of-origin disclosure for seafood items on restaurant menus to boost consumer transparency and support Georgia fishermen; the House agreed to the substitute (yeas 159, nays 8).

Georgia lawmakers have taken a stand for consumer rights by approving a bill that mandates shrimp on menus to reveal its origins, supporting local fishermen and enhancing seafood transparency.

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Kenai asks governor to declare Upper Cook Inlet East Side set‑net fishery an economic disaster after an estimated 82% revenue loss Council adopted a resolution requesting the governor designate the Upper Cook Inlet East Side set‑net fishery as impacted by economic disaster following testimony that ex‑vessel value fell about 82% in 2025; the council cited fishermen's livelihoods and prior disaster distributions that have aided the community.

The Kenai City Council is urging the governor to declare an economic disaster for the Upper Cook Inlet fishery after a staggering 82% revenue drop, putting countless families and local businesses at risk.

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DMR outlines seafood disaster payments and moves to refine labeling rules; task force work continues The department said it has distributed most 2019 disaster funds, is disbursing 2020 awards, and that the Mississippi Seafood Task Force is working to clarify seafood labeling rules and possible changes to House Bill 602.

Mississippi is leading the Gulf states in using disaster funds to directly compensate fishermen, with new initiatives underway to enhance seafood labeling and support local harvesters.

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Harbor Board extends fishing season to April with temperature condition Board approves April extension while stipulating a temperature limit for fishing.

The Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board just voted unanimously to extend the fishing season, but with a crucial temperature twist—what does this mean for local fishermen?

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Congress pioneer of vote bank politics & enemy of poor: PM Modi - Yes Punjab News Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday accused the Congress party of being a pioneer in the politics of vote banks and also an enemy of the poor.

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