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US S2182

US S2182
Wild USA Seafood Act of 2023


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Introduced
06/22/2023
In Committee
06/22/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to establish a label designating fish harvested in the United States exclusive economic zone or navigable waters as wild USA seafood, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to establish a label designating fish harvested in the United States exclusive economic zone or navigable waters as "wild USA seafood" or an equivalent designation. The key provisions are: 1. Fish must be naturally born in the wild or hatchery-originated fish released in the wild, caught/harvested from U.S. waters, and caught by U.S. vessels to be labeled as "wild USA seafood." 2. The label can be provided through a label, stamp, mark, placard, or other clear sign on the fish or its packaging at the final point of sale. 3. The Secretary of Agriculture can issue warnings and fines up to $10,000 per violation for retailers or suppliers who do not comply with the labeling requirements. 4. The Secretary can promulgate regulations to implement the subtitle and verify compliance with the labeling provisions.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (on 06/22/2023)

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