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United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2023

12/20/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4165

Bill 118 hr 4165, also known as the United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2023, aims to address trade issues related to seafood between the United States and Russia. The bill seeks to establish a reciprocal agreement between the two countries in order to promote fair and equal trade practices in the seafood industry.

Under this legislation, the United States would agree to import seafood products from Russia on the condition that Russia allows for the importation of American seafood products under similar terms. This agreement would help to create a more level playing field for American seafood producers and increase market access for their products in Russia.

The bill also includes provisions for monitoring and enforcing the terms of the agreement, in order to ensure compliance from both parties. This would help to prevent any unfair trade practices and protect the interests of American seafood producers. Overall, the United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2023 aims to promote fair and reciprocal trade practices in the seafood industry between the United States and Russia, ultimately benefiting American seafood producers and consumers.

Congressional Summary of HR 4165

United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2023

This bill prohibits the importation of seafood and seafood products from Russia. This prohibition applies to seafood products of Russian origin, including any such product that is incorporated into another product or that is substantially transformed in a country other than Russia.

The prohibition shall terminate 90 days after the date on which the President determines and certifies to Congress that the Russian government has terminated its prohibition on the importation of seafood products from the United States. Upon making such a certification, the President shall notify U.S. Customs and Border Protection with respect to the termination date.

Current Status of Bill HR 4165

Bill HR 4165 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4165 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2023.  Bill HR 4165's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4165

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4165

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4165

United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2023
United States-Russian Federation Seafood Reciprocity Act of 2023
To prohibit the importation of seafood and seafood products from the Russian Federation, and for other purposes.

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