Bill > HR4033

This bill amends the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to create special provisions for sturgeon held in captivity or controlled environments. Specifically, the bill allows sturgeon that are legally held in captivity or controlled environments as of the bill's enactment to be exempt from certain endangered species protections, including restrictions on taking, possessing, selling, or transporting the species. This exemption also applies to the offspring of such sturgeons, as long as they are not intentionally returned to the wild. Individuals or organizations holding these sturgeons must be able to prove the origin and status of their sturgeons and maintain detailed records that can be submitted to the Secretary of the Interior upon request. The bill aims to provide flexibility for sturgeon farming and conservation efforts while ensuring accountability through documentation requirements. The record-keeping requirements are designed to be reasonable and avoid unnecessary duplication of existing regulations, ultimately supporting sustainable sturgeon management practices.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4033/all-info