Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2023

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
Bill 118 hr 4940, also known as the Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, aims to provide financial assistance to the fishing industry in the United States. The bill proposes to establish a program that would offer credit enhancements to fishing businesses, allowing them to access loans and other financial resources more easily.

The main goal of the bill is to support and strengthen the fishing industry, which plays a crucial role in the economy and provides jobs to many Americans. By providing credit enhancements, the bill seeks to help fishing businesses overcome financial challenges and invest in their operations, ultimately leading to increased productivity and profitability.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that the program is administered efficiently and effectively, with oversight from relevant government agencies. It also outlines eligibility criteria for fishing businesses to qualify for credit enhancements, such as demonstrating financial need and complying with environmental regulations. Overall, the Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2023 aims to support the fishing industry and promote economic growth in the United States by providing much-needed financial assistance to fishing businesses.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4940

Introduced on
2023-07-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/26/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.
Bill 118 hr 4940, also known as the Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2023, aims to provide financial assistance to the fishing industry in the United States. The bill proposes to establish a program that would offer credit enhancements to fishing businesses, allowing them to access loans and other financial resources more easily.

The main goal of the bill is to support and strengthen the fishing industry, which plays a crucial role in the economy and provides jobs to many Americans. By providing credit enhancements, the bill seeks to help fishing businesses overcome financial challenges and invest in their operations, ultimately leading to increased productivity and profitability.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that the program is administered efficiently and effectively, with oversight from relevant government agencies. It also outlines eligibility criteria for fishing businesses to qualify for credit enhancements, such as demonstrating financial need and complying with environmental regulations. Overall, the Fishing Industry Credit Enhancement Act of 2023 aims to support the fishing industry and promote economic growth in the United States by providing much-needed financial assistance to fishing businesses.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Farm Credit Act of 1971 to support the commercial fishing industry.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact
Agricultural prices, subsidies, credit
Credit and credit markets
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Action8/28/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.