Illegal Fishing and Forced Labor Prevention Act

Bill 117 HR 3075, also known as the Illegal Fishing and Forced Labor Prevention Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of combating illegal fishing and forced labor in the fishing industry. The bill seeks to address the issue of illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, which not only threatens marine ecosystems but also undermines the livelihoods of legitimate fishermen.

The Illegal Fishing and Forced Labor Prevention Act includes provisions that would require seafood imports to be traceable from the point of harvest to the point of entry into the United States. This would help ensure that seafood products entering the US market are not sourced from illegal fishing operations or involve forced labor.

Additionally, the bill would strengthen enforcement mechanisms to prevent the importation of seafood products produced through forced labor. It would also enhance cooperation with other countries to combat illegal fishing and forced labor in the fishing industry on a global scale. Overall, the Illegal Fishing and Forced Labor Prevention Act aims to promote sustainable fishing practices, protect marine ecosystems, and uphold human rights in the fishing industry. It represents a bipartisan effort to address these pressing issues and ensure that seafood products consumed in the United States are sourced ethically and responsibly.