Congressional Shellfish Caucus

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In 2005, U.S. Representative Brian Baird started the bipartisan Congressional Shellfish Caucus, saying “It is critically important that we raise awareness of the shellfish industry in Congress...The shellfish industry brings tremendous economic, environmental, cultural, and recreational benefits to our region. The Congressional Shellfish Caucus will help strengthen our local shellfish industries and ensure they remain economically viable for years to come.”