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US lawmakers turn up heat on western Pacific council over ‘questionable’ expenses

'As damning as this report is, it raises more questions about WESPAC than it answers. Their financial activities should continue to be examined' -- Raul Grijalva, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee

By Jason Huffman | Nov. 17, 2021 14:54 GMT
A pelagic fishing vessel in Hawaii. Photograph by Hawaiian Fresh Seafood as shared by Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council.
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While Congress debates legislation that would update the Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) and the important role played by the eight regional fishery councils, concerns have bubbled up regarding one council's alleged mismanagement of federal funds [...]

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