HB6939Introduced in the House
Bycatch Reduction and Research Act of 2026
Introduced by Nicholas Begich, District AK
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To address data and research gaps to improve marine environmental data collection, particularly in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and Gulf of Alaska, prioritize technology that supports research, bycatch reduction, and marine benthic habitat in Alaska fisheries, advance and streamline electronic monitoring and electronic reporting in United States fisheries, and establish a fund to provide financial assistance for fishermen purchasing gear and technology aimed at reducing bycatch and marine benthic habitat contact from trawl fishing gear.
Where it stands
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
January 6, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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