FISHES Act

12/24/2024, 11:56 AM

Fishery Improvement to Streamline untimely regulatory Hurdles post Emergency Situation Act or the FISHES Act

This bill establishes deadlines for the approval of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) requests for fishery resource disaster assistance funding.

Specifically, the bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve or deny a spend plan (a type of funding request submitted to NOAA by a state, an Indian tribe, or other eligible requester with an affirmative fishery resource disaster determination) within 30 days of its receipt from NOAA. For any denial, OMB must return the plan to NOAA within 15 days of the denial with a description of the changes necessary for the spend plan to be approved. The bill provides that NOAA, in consultation with the requester, must make the necessary changes and resubmit the spend plan to OMB for approval. OMB must approve or deny a resubmitted spend plan within 15 days of its receipt.

The bill also requires OMB to provide certain information regarding approved spend plans (e.g., the dates of the approval and each denial or resubmission) on its website.  

The FISHES Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 5103, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to the conservation and management of fish populations in US waters.

One key aspect of the FISHES Act is the establishment of new regulations and guidelines for commercial fishing practices. This includes measures to prevent overfishing, protect endangered species, and promote sustainable fishing practices. The bill also aims to improve data collection and monitoring of fish populations to ensure that management decisions are based on accurate and up-to-date information.

Additionally, the FISHES Act includes provisions to support research and innovation in the fishing industry. This includes funding for scientific studies on fish populations, as well as grants for the development of new technologies and practices that can help improve the sustainability of the fishing industry. Overall, the FISHES Act is aimed at promoting the long-term health and sustainability of fish populations in US waters, while also supporting the economic viability of the fishing industry. It represents a bipartisan effort to address important issues related to fisheries management and conservation.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 5103

Introduced on
2023-08-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

8/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

Fishery Improvement to Streamline untimely regulatory Hurdles post Emergency Situation Act or the FISHES Act

This bill establishes deadlines for the approval of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) requests for fishery resource disaster assistance funding.

Specifically, the bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve or deny a spend plan (a type of funding request submitted to NOAA by a state, an Indian tribe, or other eligible requester with an affirmative fishery resource disaster determination) within 30 days of its receipt from NOAA. For any denial, OMB must return the plan to NOAA within 15 days of the denial with a description of the changes necessary for the spend plan to be approved. The bill provides that NOAA, in consultation with the requester, must make the necessary changes and resubmit the spend plan to OMB for approval. OMB must approve or deny a resubmitted spend plan within 15 days of its receipt.

The bill also requires OMB to provide certain information regarding approved spend plans (e.g., the dates of the approval and each denial or resubmission) on its website.  

The FISHES Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 5103, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to the conservation and management of fish populations in US waters.

One key aspect of the FISHES Act is the establishment of new regulations and guidelines for commercial fishing practices. This includes measures to prevent overfishing, protect endangered species, and promote sustainable fishing practices. The bill also aims to improve data collection and monitoring of fish populations to ensure that management decisions are based on accurate and up-to-date information.

Additionally, the FISHES Act includes provisions to support research and innovation in the fishing industry. This includes funding for scientific studies on fish populations, as well as grants for the development of new technologies and practices that can help improve the sustainability of the fishing industry. Overall, the FISHES Act is aimed at promoting the long-term health and sustainability of fish populations in US waters, while also supporting the economic viability of the fishing industry. It represents a bipartisan effort to address important issues related to fisheries management and conservation.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to approve or deny spend plans within a certain amount of time, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact
Disaster relief and insurance
Government information and archives
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
State and local finance

Comments

APPROVED
AK
Aspyn Kirk
@purple_mangosteen_douchi_yam12974
I think this bill is bad for us. It will hurt our fishing industry and make it harder for us to make a living. Why are they trying to pass this?

APPROVED
MH
Martin Hull
@laphroaig_pumpkin_powderdouce62867
I support this bill, but I'm not entirely sure how it will impact us. Did you know it includes funding for fishery research?

APPROVED
FW
Fatima Willis
@nut_jicama_fivespice_powder57868
I can't believe this bill is passing, it's so sad. How will this affect me in the short term?

Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/4/2024

Fishery Improvement to Streamline untimely regulatory Hurdles post Emergency Situation Act or the FISHES Act

This bill establishes deadlines for the approval of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) requests...


Latest Action12/23/2024
Message on Senate action sent to the House.