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This bill aims to enhance the safety of shrimp imported to the United States by establishing new inspection and regulatory requirements for foreign shrimp facilities. Specifically, within 180 days of enactment, the Secretary of Health and Human Services must seek agreements with foreign governments that have facilities producing shrimp for U.S. consumption. Beginning one year after enactment, shrimp will be refused entry into the U.S. if it comes from a country that either has not entered into an agreement with the Secretary or whose food inspection system does not meet FDA standards. These standards include having adequate staffing to enforce laws uniformly and regulations that cover the conditions of shrimp raising and transportation to processing facilities. Foreign governments must provide complete documentation of their food inspection systems to demonstrate compliance. The bill also amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to classify shrimp from non-compliant countries as adulterated, which would prevent its importation. Additionally, the Secretary is required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the implementation of these new shrimp import regulations.

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