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This bill, known as the Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests (FISH) Act of 2025, aims to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing globally through a comprehensive set of measures. The bill establishes a robust system to create and maintain a "black list" of foreign vessels engaged in IUU fishing, which includes detailed criteria for adding vessels to the list, such as exceeding catch limits, operating without proper permits, or using forced labor. Vessels on this list will face significant consequences, including being prohibited from accessing U.S. ports, receiving services, or importing seafood products. The legislation also empowers the Secretary of the Treasury to impose sanctions on foreign persons or entities involved in IUU fishing, ranging from blocking property transactions to revoking visas. Additionally, the bill encourages increased international cooperation, mandates improved data collection and sharing strategies, and calls for technical assistance to help nations develop sustainable fisheries management practices. The Coast Guard is directed to increase vessel boarding and monitoring efforts, and multiple government agencies are tasked with conducting studies on IUU fishing's economic impacts, technological solutions, and international fishing industry dynamics. Ultimately, the bill seeks to create a multifaceted approach to reducing illegal fishing practices worldwide by combining regulatory, economic, and diplomatic tools.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/688/all-info