Bill 118 s 3484, also known as the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program for the mass marking of fish in the Great Lakes region.
The bill aims to improve the management of fish populations in the Great Lakes by requiring the marking of all fish that are stocked or released into the lakes. This marking will help researchers and fisheries managers track the movement and behavior of fish populations, as well as monitor the success of stocking programs.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development of a standardized marking system, as well as guidelines for data collection and reporting. It also calls for the establishment of a Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Advisory Committee, which will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the program.
Overall, the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act is designed to enhance the conservation and management of fish populations in the Great Lakes region through the use of mass marking technology. It is a bipartisan effort to improve the sustainability of fisheries in this important ecosystem.