Advocacy

The South Carolina Shrimpers Association (SCSA) is the voice of the South Carolina shrimping industry. We represent the interests of our members at the local, state, and federal levels.

Locally:

  • We work with local governments to advocate for policies that support the shrimping industry.
  • We also work to educate the public about the importance of the shrimping industry to the South Carolina economy and culture.

In Columbia, SC:

  • We work with the South Carolina General Assembly to advocate for legislation that supports the shrimping industry.
  • We also monitor state government agencies to ensure that they are implementing policies in a way that is fair to the shrimping industry.

In Washington, DC:

  • We work with the United States Congress and federal agencies to advocate for policies that support the shrimping industry.
  • We also monitor federal government agencies to ensure that they are implementing policies in a way that is fair to the shrimping industry.

The SCSA is committed to advocating for the interests of our members at all levels of government. We believe that the shrimping industry is essential to the South Carolina economy and culture. We are fighting to protect our industry and ensure that it continues to thrive for generations to come.

How You Can Help

There are many ways that you can help the SCSA to advocate for the South Carolina shrimping industry. Here are a few ideas:

  • Join the SCSA. By joining the SCSA, you will be supporting our advocacy efforts and adding your voice to the chorus of people who are fighting for the shrimping industry.
  • Contact your elected officials. Let your elected officials know that you support the shrimping industry and that you want them to advocate for policies that support the industry.
  • Educate yourself and others about the importance of the shrimping industry. The more people who understand the importance of the shrimping industry, the more likely they are to support policies that help the industry.
  • Donate to the SCSA. Your donations will help us to continue our advocacy efforts.

Thank you for your support of the South Carolina shrimping industry!