Alaska lawmaker clarifies support for state's salmon hatcheries, despite aquaculture opposition

Congressman Don Young said during a Congressional hearing in July he was 'concerned about the balance between fish and farmers and people.'

Alaska lawmaker Don Young addressed keeping finfish aquaculture out of the state during a virtual hearing held July, 29, 2021. — Alaska lawmaker Don Young addressed keeping finfish aquaculture out of the state during a virtual hearing held July, 29, 2021.Foto: US Congress

Rachel Sapin

Published 12 August 2021, 21:40Updated 13 August 2021, 20:22

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