Gluesenkamp Perez Seeks Federal Assistance in Combating Sea Lion Predation of Salmon & Steelhead Fishing Stock

Gluesenkamp Perez Seeks Federal Assistance in Combating Sea Lion Predation of Salmon & Steelhead Fishing Stock

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is upping the ante in her effort to address the predation of salmon and steelhead by California and Steller sea lions in the Columbia River and its tributaries.  The Congresswoman wrote to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, who oversees the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and its […]

House Democrat asks Trump administration to loosen restrictions on killing sea lions

Most Americans who visit SeaWorld, a zoo, or an aquarium may come away with the impression that sea lions — which often clap or balance beach balls on their heads for treats — are lovable, fur-covered puppies of the ocean. Yet, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA) says the reality of sea lions in the wild is far less cuddly. Gluesenkamp Perez, who represents portions of Washington’s Pacific coast, sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnic…

Dem asks Trump admin to cut restrictions on killing sea lions

Most Americans who visit SeaWorld, a zoo, or an aquarium may come away with the impression that sea lions — which often clap or balance beach balls on their heads for treats — are lovable, fur-covered puppies of the ocean. Yet, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA) says the reality of sea lions in the wild is far less cuddly. Gluesenkamp Perez, who represents portions of Washington’s Pacific coast, sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnic…