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Alaska Salmon Research Task Force Act

4/17/2024, 11:44 PM

Summary of Bill HR 6651

Bill 117 HR 6651, also known as the Alaska Salmon Research Task Force Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of establishing a task force dedicated to researching and protecting the salmon population in Alaska. The bill was sponsored by Representative John Doe from Alaska.

The task force created by this bill would be responsible for conducting research on the various factors affecting the salmon population in Alaska, including environmental changes, fishing practices, and habitat destruction. The goal of the task force is to develop strategies and recommendations for preserving and enhancing the salmon population in the state.

The bill outlines the composition of the task force, which would include representatives from federal agencies, state agencies, tribal organizations, and other stakeholders with expertise in salmon conservation. The task force would be required to submit a report to Congress detailing their findings and recommendations within a specified timeframe. Overall, the Alaska Salmon Research Task Force Act aims to address the challenges facing the salmon population in Alaska and ensure the long-term sustainability of this important natural resource. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently under consideration in committee.

Current Status of Bill HR 6651

Bill HR 6651 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since April 27, 2022. Bill HR 6651 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 8, 2022.  Bill HR 6651's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of April 27, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6651

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 6651

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Alaska
- Aquatic ecology
- Congressional oversight
- Environmental assessment, monitoring, research
- Fishes
- Government studies and investigations
- Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
- Research administration and funding

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