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Every day, we stand together with over 800 organizations that have a vested interest in the health, growth and expansion of the sportfishing industry.

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As we kick off the 2025 ASA Sportfishing Summit,...

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As we kick off the 2025 ASA Sportfishing Summit, we want to recognize the incredible partners who make this week possible. Thank you to our Platinum, Silver, and Bronze sponsors for your support in bringing the sportfishing industry together. #ASASummit25 #SportfishingCommunity #KeepAmericaFishing

In 1950, the Dingell-Johnson Act established a...

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In 1950, the Dingell-Johnson Act established a “user pay, public benefit” system that is the backbone of fisheries conservation funding. By collecting an excise tax on the sale of fishing tackle and marine fuel, Dingell-Johnson has generated more than $12 billion to support fishery conservation and public access. The current authorization of the Dingell-Johnson Act expires in late 2026. Thankfully, Reps. @repdingell (D-MI) and @reprobwittman (R-VA) introduced the Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2025. Tell your Representative to join as a cosponsor on this critical legislation. 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐎

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When in doubt, cast it out. 🎣 🎥 @mo_davisson
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In a 2022 UMass Amherst Survey, 77% of anglers and guides surveyed experienced shark depredation while fishing from 2017-2022.

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  • Trade & Commerce

    Since taking office, the Trump Administration is taking many actions on tariffs that impact the sportfishing industry, ASA is monitoring, weighing in with the Administration & Congress.

  • SHARKED Act 

    New legislation focuses on addressing sharks eating anglers’ catch.  

  • Support Youth Fishing Programs

    Taking kids fishing just a few times creates a lifelong love of the sport!

  • Protect the Use of Traditional Tackle

    Efforts are underway to prevent the use of lead tackle for fishing despite scant evidence that using lead has a harmful impact on wildlife populations.

  • SHARKED Act 

    New legislation focuses on addressing sharks eating anglers’ catch.  

  • Protect Access to Bottomfishing in the South Atlantic

    Feds want to close bottom fishing in the South Atlantic.

  • Striped Bass

    Striped bass are one of the most important fisheries on the Atlantic coast. In fact, striped bass are the most caught saltwater fish in terms of pounds by recreational anglers.

  • Trade & Commerce

    Since taking office, the Trump Administration is taking many actions on tariffs that impact the sportfishing industry, ASA is monitoring, weighing in with the Administration & Congress.

  • Support Youth Fishing Programs

    Taking kids fishing just a few times creates a lifelong love of the sport!

  • Protect the Use of Traditional Tackle

    Efforts are underway to prevent the use of lead tackle for fishing despite scant evidence that using lead has a harmful impact on wildlife populations.

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