WASHINGTON, DC – Jan. 7, 2011 — Today, U.S. Senator Scott Brown (R-MA) issued the following statement on U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke’s decision to not raise catch limits for the fishing industry:
“I am deeply troubled by Secretary Locke’s refusal to raise catch limits, despite clear evidence that it is both economically and scientifically sound,” Brown said. “Our fishermen are struggling to keep their jobs and make a living. They deserve fair treatment from the federal government, instead of job-killing regulations that prevent them from putting food on the table for all of us. This blatant disregard for our fishing industry must stop immediately, and I strongly encourage Governor Patrick to appeal this ruling and request further meetings so the Commerce Department can fully explain their misguided decision.”