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Thank you to the SC Senate Finance Committee for allowing me to speak in support of S. 317! There is still progress to be made, please contact your local legislator and ask them to support S. 317 to end some of the highest property taxes in the country! #LowerBoatTaxes #BoatersVoice taken in South Carolina by @gettysbrannon

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2 years ago

This Friday, South Carolina anglers begin their long-awaited 14-day red snapper season. In a new commentary for @PostandCourier, SCBFA President and CEO @GettysBrannon explains why those 14 days are about much more than access.

With a defined harvest limit, free permits, required trip declarations and electronic catch reporting, this is a responsible opportunity to collect real-time data and prove whether South Carolina can manage recreational access. It is a state-led approach already proven in Gulf red snapper management.

The point is simple: If better data, stronger accountability and meaningful state-federal cooperation are truly the goal, South Carolina and the South Atlantic states deserves the chance to test the solution.

Conservation must remain paramount, but it should not be confused with exclusion. Healthy fisheries and meaningful recreational access can coexist.

Read the full commentary at the link in our comments. by @gettysbrannon

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12 days ago

Big news for anglers and boaters. 🎣🇺🇸

The bipartisan MAPOceans Act has passed Congress and is headed to President Trump’s desk.

“SCBFA has been proud to support the MAPOceans Act from the beginning. We especially thank Congressman @RepRussellFry for his leadership in the House and Senators @AngusKingMaine and @SenTedCruz for getting it across the finish line in the Senate. This is a commonsense win that will make our public waters easier to navigate and fishing regulations easier to understand for anglers across the country.”

— @GettysBrannon, President & CEO, SCBFA

Thank you as well to Congressman @RepMikeLevin for his bipartisan leadership alongside Congressman Fry. A great win for recreational fishing and boating access. by @gettysbrannon

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Monday afternoon, SCBFA Chairman Russ Tomlinson, President & CEO @GettysBrannon and founding board member and @tidewaterboats owner Jimmy Metts welcomed U.S. Senator @darlinegrahamsc and her team to Tidewater Boats in Lexington.

The visit offered a firsthand look at the people, craftsmanship and innovation powering South Carolina’s boatbuilding industry. South Carolina is home to six of the world’s top 10 boat builders and produces more than 22% of the outboard-powered fiberglass boats sold in the United States each year.

Manufacturers like Tidewater are an important part of a boating and fishing industry that supports more than 27,000 jobs statewide and contributes nearly $7 billion to South Carolina’s economy. taken in Tidewater Boats LLC by @gettysbrannon

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It’s not every day you get to support a good friend to be elected to the United States Senate.

I’ve known Congressman @russellfrysc for a long time and have been fortunate to work alongside him on issues that matter deeply to me, especially protecting South Carolina’s boating, fishing and outdoor way of life.

From helping stop the disastrous 10-knot vessel speed rule along the Atlantic, to leading the fight against unnecessary fishing closures and now serving as Co-Chair of the South Atlantic Red Snapper Task Force, Russell has consistently shown up for South Carolina’s outdoorsmen and women.

One of these photos is from his very first official visit in the district as a member of Congress, at Stingray Boats. Since then, we’ve hosted a Cabinet secretary together, launched a boat-building school, and worked side by side on a lot of important issues. I’m proud of what he has accomplished and proud to call him a friend.

At 41 years old, I believe Russell is best suited to bring the next generation of leadership to the United States Senate.

Tomorrow is Election Day, and turnout will likely be low. Every vote matters.

Even if you did not vote in the June primary, you can still vote tomorrow.

Please make a plan to vote for Russell Fry. 🇺🇸

Find your polling place: https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Voter/Login?PageMode=PollingPlace taken in South Carolina by @gettysbrannon

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Traveled all the way to the Gulf of America to chase down the elusive red snapper. 🇺🇸 It’s evident state management works.

Thanks to @ccalouisiana for a great event and my buddy @jeffangers (@sportfish_policy) for the invite. Always cool to fish from a South Carolina-built boat in another part of the country. 🎣 taken in Grand Isle, Louisiana by @gettysbrannon

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Public comments on NOAA’s Vessel Speed Rule are open through TOMORROW, June 2.

As SCBFA President & CEO Gettys Brannon said in @nytimes last week: “Regulations that were written 20 years ago shouldn’t remain frozen in time despite major advances in technology. In 2008, most people didn’t even have smartphones yet.”

We can protect right whales while also embracing modern technology, updated science, and practical solutions that protect boating access and coastal economies.

Make your voice heard and submit a public comment through the link in our Instagram story. 🐋🛥️🇺🇸 by @gettysbrannon

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5 months ago

From 2 to 62 — NOAA Approves S.C.’s EFP for 60+ Day Snapper Season for 2026 🚨

NOAA Fisheries has approved South Carolina’s Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP), allowing a 62-day red snapper season in federal waters off South Carolina from July 1 through August 31.

Under the permit:
🎣 1 red snapper per angler, per day
📏 Minimum size: 20 inches
🌊 Federal waters off the South Carolina coast

For years, South Atlantic anglers were limited to one- and two-day seasons despite an abundant fishery. These state-led EFPs will allow the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) to gather more accurate data and use sound science to guide future fisheries management decisions.

We are grateful to the Trump Administration, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, the South Carolina Congressional Delegation — including Congressman @reprussellfry, co-chair of the Congressional Red Snapper Task Force — along with state leaders SCDNR Director @mullikintom, Senator @stephengoldfinch, Senator Chip Campsen, Rep. Lee Hewitt, Governor Henry McMaster, and Attorney General Alan Wilson for their leadership and support on this issue over the last several years.

More information from SCDNR will be announced in the coming weeks.

#BoatFishSC taken in South Carolina by @gettysbrannon

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5 months ago

Governor McMaster has officially signed H.3858 into law, cutting the nation’s highest boat property taxes nearly in half and eliminating outboard engine titling and double taxation.

This didn’t happen because of politics. It happened because people spoke up.

From boat ramps to small businesses, South Carolinians made their voices heard, and lawmakers listened. That’s how you cut the nation’s highest boat property taxes.

We are grateful for the leadership of Rep. @gbrewer04, Sen. @stephengoldfinch, countless legislators, and @govhenrymcmaster for seeing this through.

One boat. One bill. One loud voice. taken in South Carolina by @gettysbrannon

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7 months ago

🚨Hear it from Rep. @garybrewerforschouse first ⬇️

The S.C. General Assembly, led by Rep. Brewer and Sen. @stephengoldfinch, along with many others, has passed H.3858 111-0, cutting the nation’s highest boat property taxes and eliminating outboard engine titles.

The bill now heads to Governor Henry McMaster’s desk.

A big win for South Carolina’s boating and fishing community and you did it!

One boat. One bill. Your voice.

#BoatFishSC taken in South Carolina State House by @gettysbrannon

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BREAKING: The South Carolina Senate passes H.3858 (39–1) to slash the nation’s highest boat property taxes by nearly 50% and eliminate outboard engine titles.

This grassroots movement from boat owners, retailers, and manufacturers across South Carolina delivered real reform: one boat, one bill, meaningful tax relief, and a stronger future for our $6.5 billion industry.

#OneBoatOneBill taken in South Carolina by @gettysbrannon

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