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This concurrent resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, which marks a milestone on April 13, 2026. The resolution recognizes the law's role in managing marine fisheries within 200 nautical miles of U.S. waters since its passage in 1976, shifting control from unregulated foreign fleets to American fishermen and establishing science-based conservation practices. The fishing industry generates approximately 319 billion dollars in sales and supports 2.1 million jobs, while also providing food security and sustaining Indigenous and Tribal fishing traditions. The resolution commends the state and federal managers, fishermen, scientists, and other experts who work through eight regional fishery management councils to prevent overfishing, rebuild fish stocks, and protect marine habitats. Congress reaffirms its commitment to maintaining the law as a strong foundation for healthy and profitable fisheries while addressing modern challenges like overfishing, changing ocean conditions, and illegal fishing practices by foreign vessels.

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