Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2013

Magnuson Stevens Act reauthorization, HR 4742, S 2824; Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act, HR 3464, S 2094; Senate Commerce Committee amendment filed by Senator Begich regarding "Amendment 80" sector allocations.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

HR4742, H4737, S2824, S747, HR1445, HR1219, HR3848, HR4222, HR3099, HR3869, S1757, S96, HR3464, HR5609

Client expense: $17,500 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

S. 601 - Water Resources Development Act of 2013 H.R. 3080 - Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2013 S. 218 - Harbor Maintenance Act of 2013 Harbor Maintenance TaxH.R. 1983 - Food Aid Reform Act H.R. 1947 - Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 S. 954 - Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013 (Issues related to transportation) Surveying and Mapping Services H.R. 3202 - Essential Transportation Worker Identification Credential Assessment Act H.R. 3753 - Emergency Port of Entry Personnel and Infrastructure Funding Act of 2013 H.R. 1149 - Waterways Are Vital for the Economy, Energy, Efficiency, and Environment Act of 2013 H.R. 3464 - Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2013 H.R. 4005 - Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2014 S. 2444 - Coast Guard Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2015 and 2016 Cargo Preference Merchant Marine Recruitment Practices S. 1509, H.R. 4105 - Maritime Goods Movement Act for the 21st Century Exclusion of Maritime Services in TTIP Transportation Worker Identification Credential Food for Peace Program Jones Act Maritime Security Program Port and Maritime Infrastructure Investments Port Security

Client expense: $210,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Clean Cruise Ship Act of 2013 (S.1359); Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2013 (H.R.3464)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson Stevens Act reform - Senate Discussion Draft #2 (7/14); provide analysis to assit client with comments EPA VGP/sVGP; support HR 3464/4005 & S.2094; EPA webinar 9/23 Nominate client to NOAA to serve on new Executive Order national seafood traceability advisory panel Support House MSA HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources CommitteeProvide comments at IUU/Seafood Fraud Task Force public hearing on 8/23 in Washington, DC (submitted client nomination for appointment to advisory panel at this meeting)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14); assist client with analysis and comments Assist client with development of comments on S.2482 (High Seas Convention) and communications with Hill staff EPA VGP/sVGP -- support H.R.3464/4005 & S.2094; EPA webinar 9/23 Support House MSA H.R.4742 passed by Natural Resources CommiteeOngoing efforts/NOAA communications RE: IUU/Seafood Fraud Executive Order and national Task Force Provide comments at IUU Task Force public hearing in Washington, DC on 8/28 Assist client and provide HiIll staff with comments on draft IUU "Port State Measures Agreement Act of 2014" Support H.R.4988/S.2608 -- "Improved National Monument Designation Process Act of 2014"

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (4/14); proivde analysisn Hill staff round table EPA VGP: support H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094; EPA webinar 9/23 Nominate client to NOAA to serve on Executive Order for national seafood traceability advisory panel Support House MSA legislation HR 4742 marked up by Natural Resources CommiteeProvide comments at IUU/Seafood Fraud Task Force public hearing on 8/23 in Washington, DC Convey concerns to NOAA regarding marine mammal impacts due to seismic testing in the Mid-Atlantic region

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14); support Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption Support MSA House HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources Commitee EPA VGP/sVGP -- support H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094; participated on EPA webinar 9/23

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2"; provide client with analysis House MSA HR 4742 -- support IFQ referendum provision retained in bill as moved by the Natural Resources Committee EPA VGP/sVGP -- support H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094; participated on EPA webinar 9/23

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate Discussion Draft #2 (7/14); provide client wth analysis Support House MSA HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources Committee EPA VGP - support H.R.3464/4005 and S.2094; particpate on EPA webinar 9/23

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Makah MMPA Waiver Request to resume treaty-reserved whaling rights (attend mtgs with NOAA & MMC staff) Activity on EPA VGP: communications with Tribe and staff regarding H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094 - no formal position Contact White House CEQ/NOAA regarding nominations to the National Ocean Policy GCC - draft Tribal nomination letter Attend NOAA IWC Public Hearing as a representative of the Tribe and report to the Tribe (8/7)Draft/submit client comments on the permit consultation process for the NOAA/NOS Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary Secure GCC letter of support for Makah Chairman from WA House Member, request same from WA State Senate delegation Contacts with NOAA OLE staff regarding MSA amendment - provide memo to Tribe on implications Proivde analyses of House & Senate MSA reform efforts, no formal positon taken

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Marine Mammal Commission, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act reform - Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14); provide analysis, assist client with comments EPA VGP/sVGP: support H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094; EPA webinar 9/23 Nominate client to NOAA to serve on new Executive Order national seafood traceability advisory panel Support House MSA HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources CommitteeBegin effort to remove USFWS import/export inspection program for squid products - submit draft House letter/white paper Provide comments at IUU/Seafood Fraud Task Force public hearing on 8/23 in Washington, DC

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $7,950

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14); support Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption Support House MSA HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources Committee ESA VGP/sVGP -- support H.R. 3464/4005 and S. 2094; participate on EPA webinar 9/23 Support House ESA bills marked up by House Natural Resources Commitee - (HR 4315, 4316, 4317, 4318)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14); support Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption Support House MSA HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources Committee EPA VGP/sVGP issue: support H.R. 3464/4005 and S. 2094; particpated on EPA webinar 9/23 Advise client on federal issues related to FL Keys Marine Sanctuary and Biscayne Bay National Park

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14); provide analysis, assist client with comments Attend/participate/assist client at national IUU/seafood fraud Task Force public hearing 8/28; NOAA communications EPA NPDES issue -- support H.R.3464/4005 & S.2094; EPA webinar 9/23 Assist client with ongoing comments RE: federal National Ocean Policy Framework (ultimate oversight by CEQ/NOC)Support House MSA HR 4742 as passed by Natural Resources Committee Provide comments to Hill staff on draft "Port State Measures Agreement Act of 2014" Communicate concerns to NOAA staff for impacts on marine mammals RE: seismic testing in Mid-Atlantic region

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $7,500

Government targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14); support Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption Support House MSA HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources Commitee ESA VGP/sVGP issue -- Support H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094; participate on EPA webinar 9/23 NOAA/IUU Task Force Executive Order on IUU fishing; provide comments at 8/28 IUU public hearingSupport House ESA bills marked-up by full Natural Resources Committee (H.R. 4315; 4316; 4317;4318) Advise client on federal issues related to FL Keys Marine Sanctuary and Biscayne Bay National Park

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "Discussion Draft #2" (7/14) -- assist client with analysis EPA VGP/sVGP -- support H.R. 3464/4005; and S.2094 passed by Commerce Commitee - participated on EPA webinar 9/23 Support House MSA HR 4742 passed by Natural Resources Commitee Start effort to undue USFWS import/export inspection program for domestic squid - draft House letter/white paper for staff

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson Stevens Act reauthorization, HR 4742; Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act, HR 3464 and S. 2094; Seafood Traceability Act, HR 1012 & S. 520; Senate Commerce filed amendment to Coast Guard bill on A80 allocations.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

S. 601 - Water Resources Development Act of 2013 H.R. 3080 - Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2013 S. 218 - Harbor Maintenance Act of 2013 Harbor Maintenance TaxH.R. 1983 - Food Aid Reform Act H.R. 1947 - Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 S. 954 - Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013 (Issues related to transportation) Surveying and Mapping Services H.R. 3202 - Essential Transportation Worker Identification Credential Assessment Act H.R. 3753 - Emergency Port of Entry Personnel and Infrastructure Funding Act of 2013 H.R. 1149 - Waterways Are Vital for the Economy, Energy, Efficiency, and Environment Act of 2013 H.R. 3464 - Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2013 H.R. 4005 - Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2014 S. 2444 - Coast Guard Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2015 and 2016 Cargo Preference Merchant Marine Recruitment Practices S. 1509, H.R. 4105 - Maritime Goods Movement Act for the 21st Century Exclusion of Maritime Services in TTIP Transportation Worker Identification Credential Food for Peace Program Jones Act Maritime Security Program Port and Maritime Infrastructure Investments Port Security

Client expense: $210,000 · Firm income: Not reported

H.R. 1012, S. 520, Safety and Fraud Enforcement for Seafood Act, issues related to seafood safety. H.R. 3464 Commercial Vessel Discharge Reform Act of 2013, issues related to definition of commercial fishing vessel and to water quality standards and related regulatory compliance; issues related to NOAA data confidentiality regulations as they related to information provided by fishery participants. Monitor legislative activity related to reauthorization of the Magnuson-Stevens Act.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Clean Cruise Ship Act of 2013 (S.1359); Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2013 (H.R.3464)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "discussion draft" (4/14); assist client with comments, attend Hill staff round table Assist client with development of comments on S.2482 Ongoing activity on EPA VGP -- supporting H.R.3464/4005 & S.2094 House MSA mark-up by full Nat Res Com; support passage of legislation (H.R.4742)Nominate client to NOAA to serve on Executive Order national seafood traceability initiative Schedule and attend a series of federal meetings for client's interests (5/14) Communicate with NOAA NOS staff regarding potential sanctuary site designatoin off OR coast/West Coast

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "discussion draft" (4/14); participate in Hill staff round table Activity on EPA VGP: supporting H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094 Nominate client to NOAA to serve on Executive Order for national seafood traceability advisory panel House MSA legislation marked up; support bill and helpful amendments

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) reform legislation: Gulf of Mexico IFQ program; Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption (ongoing) MSA Senate "discussion draft" (2/14); participate in Hill staff round table Ongoing activity on EPA VGP -- supporting H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094 House MSA legislation marked up by full Nat Res Com; support bill and helpful amendments

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) legislative reform efforts: Gulf of Mexico IFQ programs/referendum vote (ongoing) MSA Senate "discussion draft" (4/14); participate in Hill staff round table Ongoing activity on ESA VGP -- supporting H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094 House MSA marked up by full Nat Res Com; support bill and helpful amendments

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) reform legislation: IFQ programs referendum; Spiny Lobster exemption (ongoing) MSA Senate "discussion draft" (2/14); participate in Hill staff round table Ongoing activity on ESA VGP - supporting H.R.3464/4005 and S.2094 House MSA legislation marked up by full Nat Res Com; support bill and helpful amendmentsDiscussions with NOAA staff regarding new gear marking requirements for South Atlantic fisheries (i.e. FL blue crab)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

House MSA reform; support mark-up of HR 4742 by House Nat Res Committee (primary issue = catch shares) Senate MSA draft (4/14); participate in Hill staff round table Acivity on ESA VGP issue -- supporting HR 3464/4005 and S. 2094

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Makah MMPA Waiver Request to resume treaty-reserved whaling rights (communications ongoing with NOAA on DEIS) Activity on EPA VGP: communications with Tribe and staff regarding H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094 Contact White House CEQ regarding tribal nominations to the National Ocean Policy GCC Communications with NOAA on MSA issues related to Joint Enforcement Agreements and fisheries jurisdictional issuesAssist the Tribe in planing meetings with NOAA and the Marine Mammal Commission (MMC) Attend and participate in client's booth at NOAA Fish Fry event

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

Government targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act reform - Senate "discussion draft" (4/114); participate in Hill staff round table Activity on EPA VGP: supporting H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094 Nominate client to NOAA to serve on new Executive Order national seafood traceability advisory panel House MSA bill marked up by full Nat Res Com; support bill and helpful amendments

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $7,950

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) reform legislation: Gulf of Mexico IFQ program; Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption (ongoing) MSA Senate "discussion draft" (4/14); attend Hill staff round table Ongoing activity on ESA VGP -- supporting H.R. 3464/4005 and S. 2094 House MSA legislation marked-up by full Nat Res Com; support bill and helpful amendments

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) reform legislation: Gulf of Mexico IFQ program; Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption (ongoing) MSA Senate "Discussion Draft" (4/14); assist client with comments/participate in Hill staff round table Ongoing activity on ESA VGP -- supporting H.R. 3464/4005 and S. 2094 House MSA legislation marked-up by full Nat Res Com; support bill and helpful amendmentsCommunications with NOAA staff regarding status of Queen Conch ESA listing process

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "discussion draft" (4/14); assist client with comments/participate in Hill staff round table Recommend NOAA appoint client to new Executive Order national seafood traceability initiative advisory panel EPA NPDES issue -- supporting H.R.3464/4005 & S.2094 Assist client with comments on federal National Ocean Policy Framework (ultimate oversight by CEQ/NOC)House MSA legislation marked-up by full Nat Res Commitee; support bill/helpful amemdments

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $7,500

Government targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) reform legislation: Gulf of Mexico IFQ program; Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption (ongoing) MSA Senate "discussion draft" (4/14); assist client with comments/participate in Hill staff round table Ongoing Activity on ESA VGP issue -- Supporting H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094 Discuss federal gear marking requirements with NOAA for spiny lobster/stone crab gearPreliminary communications with NOAA on new Executive Order for a national seafood traceability initiative House MSA bill marked-up by full Nat Res Com; support bill and helpful amemdments

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Staff "Discussion Draft" (4/14) - assist client with comments/particpate in Hill staff round table Assisted client with preparations for Hill office visits Prelimianry communications with NOAA regarding new Executive Order for a national seafood traceability initiative Attend client's board meeting in the region, interact with state and federal officialsOngoing activity on EPA VGP -- supporting H.R. 3464/4005 and S.2094

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Senate "discussion draft" (4/14) -- assist client with comments/participate in Hill staff round table Ongoing activity on EPA VGP -- supporting H.R. 3464/4005 and S.2094 Support House MSA HR 4742 passed during mark up

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson Stevens Act reauthorization, HR 4742; Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act, HR 3464 and S. 2094; Seafood Traceability Act, HR 1012 & S. 520); Federal Seafood Sourcing Guidelines, S. 1521; Senate Commerce amendment on Amendment 80 allocations.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

S. 601 - Water Resources Development Act of 2013 H.R. 3080 - Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2013 S. 218 - Harbor Maintenance Act of 2013 Harbor Maintenance TaxSurveying and Mapping Services H.R. 3202 - Essential Transportation Worker Identification Credential Assessment Act H.R. 3753 - Emergency Port of Entry Personnel and Infrastructure Funding Act of 2013 H.R. 1149 - Waterways Are Vital for the Economy, Energy, Efficiency, and Environment Act of 2013 H.R. 3464 - Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2013 H.R. 4005 - Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2014 S. 1509, H.R. 4105 - Maritime Goods Movement Act for the 21st Century Transportation Worker Identification Credential Food for Peace Program Jones Act Passenger Vessels Services Act Maritime Security Program Port and Maritime Infrastructure Investments Cargo Preference Port Security

Client expense: $210,000 · Firm income: Not reported

H.R. 1012, S. 520, Safety and Fraud Enforcement for Seafood Act, issues related to seafood safety. H.R. 3464 Commercial Vessel Discharge Reform Act of 2013, issues related to definition of commercial fishing vessel and to water quality standards and related regulatory compliance; issues related to NOAA data confidentiality regulations as they related to information provided by fishery participants. Monitor legislative activity related to reauthorization of the Magnuson-Stevens Act.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Clean Cruise Ship Act of 2013 (S. 1359) Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2013 (H.R. 3464)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) "discussion draft" hearing (2/14); testified before House Nat Res Com Support MSA-based seafood sustainability label - attend CCC mtg for client Activity on EPA VGP -- supporting H.R.3464/4005 & S.2094 - client signed a national letter of support to Congress Assisting client with federal strategy -- developed an issue paper for their distributionOppose "SAFE" Seafood legislation (H.R. 1210) regarding proposd seafood inspection changes

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) hearing on "discussion draft" (2/14); testified before House Nat Res Activity on EPA VGP: supporting H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094 Oppose "SAFE" Seafood Traceability legislation (H.R. 1210) regarding proposed seafood inspection changes Support MSA seafood certification, attend CCC mtg for clientProvided client with talking points for meetings with Senate offices on fisheries issues Helping client navigate National Ocean Policy initiative, engaged with Senate staff on NOP WRDA provision

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) reform legislation: Gulf of Mexico IFQ program; Spiny Lobster Transboundary exemption (ongoing) MSA hearing on House "discussion draft" (2/14); testified before House Nat Res Com Ongoing activity on EPA VGP -- supporting H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094 Support MSA-based sustainability label; attend CCC mtg for clientOppose "SAFE" seafood traceability legislation -- H.R.1012 regarding proposed seafood inspection changes

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) legislative reform efforts: Gulf of Mexico IFQ programs/referendum vote (ongoing) MSA hearing on House "discussion draft" (2/14); testified before House Nat Res Com Ongoing activity on ESA VGP -- supporting H.R.3464/4005 and S. 2094 -- client signed national letter in support Support National MSA seafood certification program, attended CCC mtg for clientOppose "SAFE" seafood traceability legislation - H.R.1012 regarding proposed changes to seafood inspection program

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) reform legislation: IFQ programs referendum; Spiny Lobster exemption (ongoing) MSA hearing on House "discussion draft" (2/14); testified before House Nat Res Com Ongoing activity on ESA VGP - supporting H.R.3464/4005 and S.2094 -- client signed national letter in support Oppose "SAFE" seafood traceability legislation -- H.R.1012 regarding proposed seafood inspection changesSupport national MSA seafood certification program, attended CCC mtg for client

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

MSA reform issues/catch share referendum/data poor stocks; legislation introduced as "discussion draft" by House House MSA hearing on draft (2/14); testified before House Nat Res Com Acivity on ESA VGP issue -- supporting HR 3464/4005 and S. 2094

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Makah MMPA Waiver Request to resume treaty-reserved whaling rights (communications ongoing with NOAA on DEIS) Activity on EPA VGP: communications with Tribe and staff regarding H.R. 3464/4005 & S.2094 Inform client on ongoing White House activites related to tribal activites (but no direct lobbyist communications with WH)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE