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Red Snapper Act

11/9/2024, 1:58 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4587

Bill 118 HR 4587, also known as the Red Snapper Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address issues related to the management and conservation of red snapper fish in the Gulf of Mexico.

The Red Snapper Act proposes several key measures to improve the management of red snapper populations. These measures include establishing a new management framework for red snapper fisheries, implementing data collection and monitoring programs to ensure sustainable fishing practices, and promoting cooperative research efforts among stakeholders.

Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance enforcement of existing regulations and increase penalties for violations of red snapper fishing rules. It also includes provisions for funding research and conservation efforts to support the long-term health of red snapper populations. Overall, the Red Snapper Act is designed to promote sustainable fishing practices, protect red snapper populations, and ensure the continued viability of the red snapper fishery in the Gulf of Mexico. It represents a bipartisan effort to address important conservation and management issues related to this iconic species.

Congressional Summary of HR 4587

Red Snapper Act

This bill prohibits the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration from issuing any rule that includes an area closure in the South Atlantic for specified species managed under the Snapper-Grouper Fishery Management Plan until (1) the South Atlantic Great Red Snapper Count study is concluded, and (2) the data related to that study is integrated into the upcoming South Atlantic red snapper research track and operational stock assessment.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4587

Bill HR 4587 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 12, 2023. Bill HR 4587 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 12, 2023.  Bill HR 4587's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 606. as of October 25, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4587

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
34
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
34
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4587

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Atlantic Coast (U.S.)
- Atlantic Ocean
- Department of Commerce
- Fishes
- Government studies and investigations
- Gulf of Mexico
- Marine and coastal resources, fisheries

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4587

Red Snapper Act
Red Snapper Act
Red Snapper Act
To provide that the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shall not issue an interim or final rule that includes an area closure in the South Atlantic for species managed under the Snapper-Grouper Fishery Management Plan until the South Atlantic Great Red Snapper Count study is complete and the data related to that study is integrated into the stock assessment.

Comments

Baylee Clarke profile image

Baylee Clarke

522

1 year ago

I can't believe this bill is gonna mess with my fishing trips!

Jaxon Cherry profile image

Jaxon Cherry

472

1 year ago

Not sure what this bill is about, but it better not mess with my fishing trips.

Sapphire Levine profile image

Sapphire Levine

450

1 year ago

I can't believe this bill is actually being considered! It's ridiculous that they want to limit the amount of red snapper that can be caught. As someone who loves fishing, this is going to seriously impact my ability to enjoy one of my favorite hobbies. And for what? To supposedly protect the red snapper population? It's just another example of government overreach and unnecessary regulation. Did you know that this bill also includes provisions for increased fines for those who exceed the catch limit? It's outrageous!

Valentina Manning profile image

Valentina Manning

460

1 year ago

I think this bill is gonna help us all out in the long run. Can't wait to see what happens with it!

Allyson Gonzalez profile image

Allyson Gonzalez

469

1 year ago

I can't believe this bill is gonna mess with my fishing rights. Why they gotta do this to us? What's the deal with the snapper thing anyway?

Santos Mercer profile image

Santos Mercer

481

1 year ago

This bill is a joke, it's gonna mess everything up for us. Can't believe they're even considering it. And did you know that it's gonna impact our fishing industry in a major way? #ridiculous

Charleigh Ellis profile image

Charleigh Ellis

396

1 year ago

Why is this bill even a thing? It's just another way for the government to control us and take away our freedoms. Who benefits from this nonsense?

Ibrahim Wall profile image

Ibrahim Wall

415

1 year ago

What's this Red Snapper Act?

Robert Kirk profile image

Robert Kirk

406

1 year ago

I can't believe this bill is going to pass. It's going to have a huge impact on me and my family. I just don't understand why they would even consider something like this. It's really frustrating.

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4587

John H. Rutherford
John H. Rutherford
FloridaRepublican
Michael Waltz
Michael Waltz
FloridaRepublican
Daniel Webster
Daniel Webster
FloridaRepublican
William R. Timmons IV
William R. Timmons IV
South CarolinaRepublican
W. Gregory Steube
W. Gregory Steube
FloridaRepublican
Austin Scott
Austin Scott
GeorgiaRepublican

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