The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has denied a petition calling for a ban on the manufacture, use and processing of lead in fishing gear. In a letter to the petitioners, EPA indicated that the petitioners have not demonstrated that … Continued
In response to a request by Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray and Governor Ted Strickland, White House officials have appointed a point person to oversee the ongoing battle against the spread of Asian carp to the Great Lakes. John Goss, … Continued
Capt. Bob Zales, II, president of the National Association of Charterboat Operators (NACO) recently emailed a letter to charter captains encouraging comment on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) petition to ban all lead in fishing tackle. According to Zales, … Continued