Local seafood producer speaks on new bill aimed at stopping unfair foreign competition

U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy has introduced the Home Market Restoration Act of 2026 to protect Louisiana's crawfish, shrimp, rice, catfish and other producers from unfair foreign competition. The legislation aims to safeguard the state's vital seafood and agricultural industries, which have been negatively impacted by imported products. The bill represents an effort to support Louisiana's economically important food production sectors.