Imported Seafood Safety Standards Act

2/14/2025, 4:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 512

Bill 119 HR 512, also known as the Shrimp Promotion Fund Act, aims to create a fund dedicated to promoting the inspection and consumption of shrimp and products containing shrimp or shrimp parts in the United States. The bill proposes the establishment of a fund that will support efforts to educate consumers about the benefits of consuming shrimp, as well as promote the importance of proper inspection practices to ensure the safety and quality of shrimp products.

The fund will be used to conduct outreach campaigns, develop educational materials, and support research initiatives related to shrimp consumption and inspection. Additionally, the bill seeks to increase awareness of the nutritional value of shrimp and highlight the economic benefits of the shrimp industry in the US.

Overall, the Shrimp Promotion Fund Act aims to boost consumer confidence in shrimp products, promote the growth of the shrimp industry, and ensure the safety and quality of shrimp products available in the market.

Congressional Summary of HR 512

Imported Seafood Safety Standards Act

This bill establishes the Inspection and Consumption of Shrimp and Shrimp Products Fund.

The fund consists of duties that are collected on shrimp and shrimp products that are imported into the United States. The fund must be used to support (1) the ability of the Food and Drug Administration to inspect imported shrimp and shrimp products in accordance with certain health and safety standards, including with respect to antibiotic contamination and fair labor standards; and (2) the Department of Agriculture in encouraging the domestic consumption of shrimp.

Current Status of Bill HR 512

Bill HR 512 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HR 512 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025.  Bill HR 512's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 16, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 512

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
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 512

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 512

To establish a fund to promote the inspection and consumption of shrimp and products containing shrimp or shrimp parts.To establish a fund to promote the inspection and consumption of shrimp and products containing shrimp or shrimp parts.
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