How the MMPA Is Putting American Seafood in Danger

If you want to understand the real harm and danger the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) poses to the seafood community, this is a good place to start. In this article, Joe Klaus lays out how the current implementation of the MMPA could mean massive-scale disruption, threatening not just niche fisheries but the broader commercial supply chain, jobs, and communities. From increased regulatory burdens to the potential of shutdowns of productive fleets, the stakes for seafood producers and consumers alike are high.