The Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA)

U.S. Shrimp Industry Hails New Tariffs as Crucial Lifeline

April 3, 2025 The Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA)

The new duties are expected to slow imports and prevent Americans from becoming completely dependent on foreign shrimp producers while the administration addresses harmful trade policies and enforcement deficiencies. …

Rep. Nehls Reintroduces the Save Our Shrimpers Act

March 13, 2025 The Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA)

The re-introduction of the SOS Act, supported by 16 Members of Congress, seeks to codify the restriction of U.S. support of shrimp aquaculture investments through IFIs into law and add much-needed accountability requirements. …

FTC Warns Restaurants: Décor Can Be Misleading Advertising

September 24, 2024 The Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA)

In a significant move to protect consumers and support U.S. fisheries, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) new guidance to the restaurant industry that clearly explains that it is illegal to use decorations, menus, and social media to mislead customers about the origin of seafood served in the restaurant. The guidance came as a result of the Southern Shrimp Alliance’s (SSA) years-long engagement and advocacy with the FTC.  …