Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act

This bill proposes to reauthorize the Young Fishermen's Development Act , ensuring its continued operation and funding. The primary objective is to extend the period during which the Act is authorized to provide support and resources to the fishing community. Specifically, the legislation amends Section 5(a) of the Act, changing the authorization expiration date from 2026 to 2031 . This extension provides a longer timeframe for programs aimed at assisting young individuals entering or advancing within the fishing industry to be implemented and sustained.