Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 7:40 PM

Congressional Summary of S 788

Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023

This act modifies provisions regarding the Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp, commonly referred to as the duck stamp, including to allow an individual to be carrying an electronic stamp, rather than a paper stamp, at the time of taking waterfowl.

The act requires states to issue electronic stamps at the time of purchase and the Department of the Interior to issue a paper stamp after March 10 each year to each individual who purchased an electronic stamp for the preceding waterfowl season. The electronic stamps are valid through the first June 30 after issuance.

Current Status of Bill S 788

Bill S 788 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2023. Bill S 788 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 14, 2023.  Bill S 788's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-25. as of December 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 788

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
1

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 788

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

BirdsDigital mediaPostal serviceState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 788

Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023A bill to amend the Permanent Electronic Duck Stamp Act of 2013 to allow States to issue fully electronic stamps under that Act, and for other purposes.
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