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COBIA Act
12/31/2022, 5:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4861
The COBIA Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 4861, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to the management of the cobia fish population in US waters.
The COBIA Act aims to establish a comprehensive management plan for cobia, which is a popular sport fish found in the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. The bill seeks to ensure sustainable management of the cobia population by implementing measures such as catch limits, size restrictions, and monitoring programs.
Additionally, the COBIA Act includes provisions for the establishment of a research program to study the cobia population and its habitat. This research will help inform future management decisions and ensure the long-term sustainability of the cobia fishery. Overall, the COBIA Act is aimed at promoting responsible and sustainable management of the cobia fish population in US waters. By implementing measures to protect and conserve this important species, the bill seeks to ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy the benefits of a healthy cobia fishery.
The COBIA Act aims to establish a comprehensive management plan for cobia, which is a popular sport fish found in the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. The bill seeks to ensure sustainable management of the cobia population by implementing measures such as catch limits, size restrictions, and monitoring programs.
Additionally, the COBIA Act includes provisions for the establishment of a research program to study the cobia population and its habitat. This research will help inform future management decisions and ensure the long-term sustainability of the cobia fishery. Overall, the COBIA Act is aimed at promoting responsible and sustainable management of the cobia fish population in US waters. By implementing measures to protect and conserve this important species, the bill seeks to ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy the benefits of a healthy cobia fishery.
Congressional Summary of HR 4861
Counting Overlooked Base Impact Aid Act or the COBIA Act
This bill requires the commanders of each military installation to annually submit written certification to their respective military departments verifying whether they have confirmed the information contained in all Impact Aid source check forms received from local educational agencies (LEAs) as of the date of such certification. Such forms are submitted by LEAs to confirm the number and identity of children eligible to be counted for purposes of the federal Impact Aid program.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4861
Bill HR 4861 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 29, 2021. Bill HR 4861 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 29, 2021. Bill HR 4861's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and Labor, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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 July 29, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4861
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4861
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Education programs funding
- Elementary and secondary education
- Government information and archives
- Military facilities and property
- Military personnel and dependents
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4861
To require that commanders of military installations verify the reporting of eligible federally connected children for purposes of Federal impact aid programs.
COBIA Act
COBIA Act
Counting Overlooked Base Impact Aid Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4861
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