About Us

We stand up for recreational fishing.

For over 90 years, ASA has been leading the way for sportfishing’s future.

Our mission is to look out for the interests of the sportfishing industry and the entire recreational fishing community.

We work for you by being:

A network for the sportfishing community.

A voice of influence for sensible fisheries policy.

A leader in conservation.

 

A catalyst for growth in trade and commerce.

A promoter of sportfishing participation.

Our Legislative Successes

Secured passage of the Great American Outdoors Act, which provides billions in funding to improve access and maintenance of the nation’s public lands and waters.

Secured a five-year moratorium in which the EPA can’t change lead fishing tackle regulations through passage of the America’s Conservation Enhancement Act.

Improved the long-term survival and sustainability of Gulf of Mexico reef fish which means more days on the water through the DESCEND Act.

As part of a 2020 year-end spending bill, several provisions were included that enhance fisheries conservation and public lands management, including increased funding for federal fish hatcheries, invasive species control and marine fisheries data.

Successfully advocated for reduction in the Atlantic menhaden commercial quota and improved management efforts which will support striped bass and other sportfish.

Effectively stopped the Maine state legislature from banning soft plastic, non- biodegradeable lures in state waters which would have significantly impacted tackle sales.

Advocated for and successfully influenced the inclusion of recreational fishing as an essential activity in the 30 x 30 legislation to conserve 30% of land and water by 2030.

Advocated for fair trade policies and assisted members in navigating new international tariffs.

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Meet the Team

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