Morning Wire A Win Against Government Overreach: Chevron Deference & the Fishing Industry | 7.6.24
Jul 6, 2024
Jerry Lehman, Founder and CEO of the New England Fishermen's Stewardship Association, discusses a pivotal Supreme Court ruling that curtails government overreach affecting diverse industries, particularly fishing. He highlights how outdated regulations have harmed local fishing communities since 2000, threatening their economic viability. Lehman calls for revitalization through education and the sharing of sustainable practices, emphasizing the urgent need to preserve traditional fishing knowledge for future generations.
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Jerry Lehman's Fishing Background
- Jerry Lehman, founder of the New England Fisherman's Stewardship Association, has been in the fishing industry since childhood.
- He has experience in various fishing methods and has witnessed a decline in the industry since 2000.
Fishing Industry Decline
- The fishing industry is declining, with fewer new participants due to restrictive quotas and regulations.
- Fishermen are forced to buy fish quotas at a loss just to keep their vessels operating.
Government Overreach
- A new federal law requiring government observers on fishing vessels sparked Lehman's involvement in the Relentless Inc. v. Commerce Department case.
- This law would financially burden the fishing industry, requiring them to pay more for observers than for their crews.