WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Sen. Jon Husted issued the following press release:
The Great Lakes Fishery Research Reauthorization Act, sponsored by Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio), was passed by the United States House of Representatives and the president will soon sign it into law. This will mark the third bill spearheaded by Husted signed into law since he took office.
Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) and Husted introduced this legislation together on Sept. 18, 2025.
"Whether commercial or recreational, fishing is a staple of Ohio's culture and economy, generating $5.5 billion for our state. Millions of Ohioans rely on-and enjoy-the experience and the bounty of fishing, from catching and eating perch or walleye to pursuing the many other sport fish found...