RED SNAPPER Act

4/7/2025, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3588

The RED SNAPPER Act, also known as Bill 115 hr 3588, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address concerns surrounding the management of the red snapper fishery in the Gulf of Mexico.

The bill aims to increase flexibility for states in managing the red snapper fishery by allowing them to set their own fishing seasons and catch limits. This would give states more control over the management of the fishery and allow them to tailor regulations to better suit the needs of their local communities.

Additionally, the RED SNAPPER Act seeks to improve data collection and monitoring of the red snapper fishery. This would help ensure that decisions regarding the management of the fishery are based on accurate and up-to-date information. Overall, the RED SNAPPER Act is aimed at improving the sustainability of the red snapper fishery in the Gulf of Mexico while also giving states more control over the management of the fishery. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially being passed into law.

Current Status of Bill HR 3588

Bill HR 3588 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2017. Bill HR 3588 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2017.  Bill HR 3588's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 814. as of November 27, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3588

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3588

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources
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