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FISH Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1227

The FISH Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1227, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to the fishing industry in the United States.

The FISH Act of 2023 aims to promote sustainable fishing practices and protect the marine environment. It includes provisions to improve data collection and monitoring of fish populations, as well as measures to prevent overfishing and illegal fishing activities. The bill also seeks to support the development of innovative technologies and practices that can help reduce the impact of fishing on marine ecosystems.

Additionally, the FISH Act of 2023 includes provisions to support small-scale and local fishing communities, as well as measures to promote transparency and accountability in the fishing industry. The bill also aims to enhance cooperation and coordination between federal, state, and tribal authorities in managing fisheries and conserving marine resources. Overall, the FISH Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address key challenges facing the fishing industry in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to promote sustainable fishing practices, protect marine ecosystems, and support the livelihoods of fishing communities across the country.

Current Status of Bill S 1227

Bill S 1227 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2023. Bill S 1227 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 20, 2023.  Bill S 1227's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of April 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1227

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 S 1227

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

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