Safer Shrimp Imports Act

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

Bill 119 s 667, also known as the Shrimp Inspection Act, aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require the inspection of foreign facilities that produce shrimp for consumption in the United States. The bill specifically targets facilities that manufacture, process, pack, or store shrimp.

The main goal of this legislation is to ensure the safety and quality of shrimp imported into the US market. By implementing mandatory inspections of foreign facilities, the bill aims to prevent any potential health risks associated with contaminated or improperly handled shrimp.

In addition to inspection requirements, the bill also includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability in the shrimp industry. This includes measures to improve traceability of shrimp products and enhance communication between foreign facilities and US regulatory agencies. Overall, the Shrimp Inspection Act seeks to protect consumers from potential health hazards associated with imported shrimp by implementing stricter regulations and oversight of foreign facilities. This bill highlights the importance of food safety and the need for increased scrutiny of products entering the US market.