Maine’s two senators are advocating for the Senate Commerce Committee to consider and advance legislation passed by the House that aims to extend a pause in rulemaking regarding protections for right whales. This effort is intended to support the state’s lobster industry. The House approved the Northeast Lobstermen Protection Act earlier this month, with sponsorship from two Democratic representatives.
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Maine Senators Advocate for Senate Action on House Whale Bill Supporting Lobster Industry
Maine Senators are requesting the Senate Commerce Committee to advance the Northeast Lobstermen Protection Act, which seeks to extend a pause in rulemaking on right whale protections. The House passed the legislation earlier this month to support the lobster industry in Maine.
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Maine senators push for Senate to take up House whale bill championed by lobster industry
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Maine Senators Advocate for Senate Action on House Whale Bill Supporting Lobster Industry