Wild USA Seafood Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-07T17:05:50Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2182 Wild USA Seafood Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Agriculture and Food. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/7/2023, 5:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 2182

The Wild USA Seafood Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2182, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote and support the domestic seafood industry in the United States by increasing access to wild-caught seafood products.

One of the key provisions of the Wild USA Seafood Act is the establishment of a certification program for wild-caught seafood products. This program would ensure that seafood products labeled as "wild-caught" are indeed sourced from US waters and meet certain sustainability and quality standards. This certification would help consumers make more informed choices about the seafood they purchase and support American fishermen and seafood producers.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to streamline the permitting process for commercial fishing operations and improve access to fishing grounds for US fishermen. This would help to boost the domestic seafood industry and create more opportunities for American fishermen to thrive. Overall, the Wild USA Seafood Act of 2023 aims to support the domestic seafood industry, promote sustainability in fishing practices, and provide consumers with greater access to high-quality, responsibly sourced seafood products. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.

Current Status of Bill S 2182

Bill S 2182 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill S 2182 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023. Bill S 2182's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2182

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2182

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2182

Wild USA Seafood Act of 2023Wild USA Seafood Act of 2023A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to establish a label designating fish harvested in the United States exclusive economic zone or navigable waters as wild USA seafood, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2182

Lisa Murkowski

Alaska(Republican)

Dan Sullivan

Alaska(Republican)

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