Bills · S 3225
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3225Public Lands and Natural Resources
Fishing Industry Safety, Health, and Wellness Improvement Act of 2025
INTRO NOV 19· LAST ACTION NOV 19
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenCommercial fishing is recognized as one of the most dangerous jobs, not only due to high physical risks but also because of the intense working conditions, isolation, and stress that can lead to significant mental health and substance use challenges. This bill matters because it directly addresses these critical, often-overlooked aspects of safety and well-being within the industry. By specifically including behavioral and physical health risks like fatigue and substance use disorder in grant programs, it aims to support a more holistic approach to fisherman safety.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to more robust support systems, better-informed safety protocols, and a healthier workforce, potentially reducing accidents, improving quality of life for fishermen, and strengthening fishing communities. If it doesn't pass, these crucial health issues may continue to receive insufficient attention and funding within federal safety programs, leaving fishermen vulnerable to risks beyond traditional on-the-job injuries.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands fishing safety training grants to include training on behavioral and physical health risks, specifically addressing substance use disorder and worker fatigue.
This ensures a more comprehensive approach to safety by addressing mental and physical well-being alongside traditional accident prevention.
PROVISION 02
Expands fishing safety research grants to focus on understanding and mitigating behavioral and physical health risks, including substance use disorder and worker fatigue.
This allows for studies and data collection to better understand the root causes and effective solutions for these critical health challenges in the fishing industry.
PROVISION 03
Increases funding for both fishing safety training and research grant programs from $3 million to $6 million annually for each program.
Doubling the authorized funding provides significantly more resources to develop and implement these crucial safety and health initiatives.
PROVISION 04
Transfers the authorization for these specific grant funds to the Secretary of Health and Human Services for fiscal years 2025 through 2029.
This aligns the administration of grants focused on health risks with a federal agency specializing in health and human services.
PROVISION 05
Modifies the process for developing grant criteria, requiring them to be developed in consultation with the Commandant of the Coast Guard, rather than solely based on criteria established by the Commandant.
This slightly modifies the Coast Guard's direct authority in setting grant criteria, allowing for a more collaborative approach.
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1 + 7
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YRS IN OFFICE
51
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COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 67%
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSNOV 19
Introduced in Senate
NOV 19
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3225
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedNov 19, 2025
Last actionNov 19, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED NOV 19, 2025
Senate BillS 3225Public Lands and Natural Resources
Fishing Industry Safety, Health, and Wellness Improvement Act of 2025
INTRODUCED NOV 19, 2025· LAST ACTION NOV 19, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
7
COMPLEXITY
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