Stop Menhaden reduction fishing in VA Waters.  The by catch is also dangerous to multiple species of fish and wildlife in the Chesapeake Bay.  All other states on the east coast will not allow this.

Why is the east coast quota for menhaden 80% Virginia?  Due to the reduction industry located in the Chesapeake Bay of Virginia.  I have been regularly fishing and boating in the bay since 2006.  The change in the pods of menhaden and number of birds and fish has changed drastically.  I have witnessed the ships 6 at a time with spotter planes everyday.  I have witnessed spills, ships surrounding fish in 19 feet of water with their purse seine nets meant for the ocean. The damage they are doing to the bay is disturbing.  I can’t believe Virginia is letting this happen to one of their greatest resources.  The citizens of Virginia deserve better.