By SE Texas Times |
Apr 11, 2024
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14) has co-sponsored the Save Our Shrimpers Act of 2024, alongside U.S. Rep. Troy Nelhs (TX-22). The legislation aims to address the challenges faced by our nation's domestic shrimpers, who are struggling to compete against foreign shrimp flooding the U.S. markets.Congressman Weber expressed concern over the impact of foreign competition on local shrimpers, stating, "We have watched for years as foreign countries have increasingly tried to run our shrimpers out of business." He emphasized the importance of ensuring that...