Committees
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Fisheries Policy Committee
Note: In 2026, the Ocean Resources Policy Committee was incorporated into the Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee, creating the new Fisheries Policy Committee. Minutes and Agendas labeled as Fisheries Policy Committee include both freshwater and marine resource items.
Committee Charge
Discuss, develop and recommend Association positions related to:
- Federal laws, regulations and policies concerning water uses, aquatic habitat conservation, fisheries resources and related funding for such programs.
- Fisheries management practices and emerging issues (e.g. climate change) for both freshwater and marine resources.
Minutes & Agendas
Annual Meeting Agendas:
Fall 2026 Fisheries Policy Committee Agenda (draft)
Fall 2025 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee Agenda
Fall 2024 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee Agenda
Fall 2023 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee Agenda
North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference Agendas:
Spring 2026 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee agenda (draft)
Spring 2025 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee agenda
Spring 2024 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee agenda
Annual Meeting Minutes:
Fall 2024 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee minutes
Fall 2023 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee minutes
Fall 2022 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee minutes
North America Minutes:
Spring 2025 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee minutes(draft)
Spring 2024 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee minutes
Spring 2023 Fisheries and Water Resources Policy Committee minutes
Affiliated Working Groups/Subcommittees:
Committee Contacts:
AFWA Staff Contact
Ali Schwaab
aschwaab@fishwildlife.org
202-301-5351
Committee Chair:
Jim Fredericks, Idaho Department of Fish and Game
Committee Vice-Chair:
Craig Bonds, Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept.
Resources: