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- H.R.1823
H.R.1823: PLAQ Act of 2013
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced April 30, 2013
- Latest Major Action June 14, 2013
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
22 (15 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Protecting Lakes Against Quaggas Act of 2013 or the PLAQ Act of 2013 - Amends the federal criminal code to prohibit the importation or shipment of the species of mussels of the genus Dreissena (thus covering quagga mussels). (Currently, the prohibition applies to only the zebra mussel of the species Dreissena polymorpha.)
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| June 14, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
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| April 30, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| April 30, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Joe Heck (R-Nev.) |