United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2022

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6821

Bill 117 HR 6821, also known as the United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish a reciprocal seafood trade agreement between the United States and the Russian Federation.

The bill aims to promote fair and equal trade practices in the seafood industry between the two countries. It seeks to create a level playing field for American seafood producers by ensuring that they have access to the Russian market on the same terms as Russian seafood producers have access to the US market.

Specifically, the United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2022 outlines the terms and conditions under which seafood products can be imported and exported between the two countries. It also establishes mechanisms for resolving disputes and enforcing the terms of the agreement. Overall, the bill is designed to enhance economic cooperation and promote mutual benefits for both the United States and the Russian Federation in the seafood industry. It aims to foster a more balanced and equitable trade relationship between the two countries, while also ensuring that American seafood producers have access to new markets and opportunities for growth.

Congressional Summary of HR 6821

United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2022

This bill prohibits the importation of seafood and seafood products from Russia. The prohibition shall terminate on the date on which the President determines and certifies to Congress that the Russian government has terminated its prohibition on the importation of seafood products from the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 6821

Bill HR 6821 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 22, 2022. Bill HR 6821 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 22, 2022.  Bill HR 6821's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of February 22, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6821

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6821

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightEuropeRussiaSeafoodTrade restrictions

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6821

United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2022United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2022To prohibit the importation of seafood and seafood products from the Russian Federation, and for other purposes.
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