Sturgeon Conservation and Sustainability Act

3/13/2024, 11:23 PM

Summary of Bill S 2870

Bill 118 s 2870, also known as the Sturgeon Conservation and Sustainability Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the goal of protecting and preserving sturgeon populations in the United States. Sturgeon are a type of fish that are highly valued for their caviar, but their populations have been declining due to overfishing and habitat destruction.

The main provisions of the bill include establishing conservation measures to protect sturgeon habitats, implementing sustainable fishing practices, and promoting research and monitoring of sturgeon populations. The bill also aims to increase penalties for illegal fishing and trafficking of sturgeon, in order to deter poaching and black market activities.

Additionally, the Sturgeon Conservation and Sustainability Act seeks to enhance collaboration between federal, state, and tribal authorities in managing sturgeon populations, as well as engaging with stakeholders such as fishermen, conservation groups, and scientists to develop effective conservation strategies. Overall, the bill is designed to address the urgent need for conservation and sustainability of sturgeon populations in the United States, in order to ensure the long-term viability of these valuable and ecologically important fish species.

Current Status of Bill S 2870

Bill S 2870 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 20, 2023. Bill S 2870 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 20, 2023.  Bill S 2870's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of September 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2870

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2870

Primary Policy Focus

Animals

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2870

Sturgeon Conservation and Sustainability ActSturgeon Conservation and Sustainability ActA bill to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to allow certain activities to be conducted with respect to sturgeon held in captivity or in a controlled environment in the United States, and for other purposes.
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