Congressman Harris requests NOAA to declare a fishery disaster for Maryland oystermen due to economic hardships this season.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Harris calls for federal assistance: Congressman Andy Harris has sent a letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) urging it to declare an economic fishery disaster. This request aims to secure immediate relief for Maryland oystermen affected by a challenging fishing season exacerbated by severe weather and economic pressures.
Concerns for local economy expressed: The letter follows appeals from Maryland's Eastern Shore delegation regarding the economic strains facing local watermen. Harris noted, "These pressures threaten both livelihoods and a major sector of the Eastern Shore economy," emphasizing the urgent need for federal assistance.
Details of the request: Harris's request is made under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, which enables federal emergency relief for fisheries impacted by disasters. For further details, the full text of the letter is available online.
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Andy Harris Fundraising
Andy Harris recently disclosed $365.6K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 30th, 2026. This was the 258th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 84.1% came from individual donors.
Harris disclosed $156.3K of spending. This was the 493rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Harris disclosed $1.3M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 298th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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Andy Harris Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Andy Harris is worth $5.6M, as of February 5th, 2026. This is the 163rd highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
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Andy Harris Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Andy Harris:
- H.R.4229: To amend the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require prior approval from Congress before the Comptroller General may pursue a civil action under such Act, and for other purposes.
- H.R.4121: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
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