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Introduced
01/16/2019
01/16/2019
In Committee
02/06/2019
02/06/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To prohibit the sale of shark parts, and for other purposes. This bill makes it illegal to possess, buy, or sell shark parts or any product containing shark parts. A person may possess a shark part that was lawfully taken consistent with a license or permit under certain circumstances. Penalties are imposed for violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
AI Summary
This bill, the Shark Sales Elimination Act of 2019, makes it illegal to possess, buy, or sell shark parts or any product containing shark parts. However, there are exceptions for shark parts that were lawfully taken under a state, territorial, or federal license or permit, and used for non-commercial purposes such as subsistence, display, or research. Penalties are imposed for violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife. (on 02/06/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/614/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr614/BILLS-116hr614ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr614/BILLS-116hr614ih.pdf.pdf |
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