H.RES.285: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should ban and prevent the import of shark fins from sharks caught through the practice of finning, and for other purposes.

About This Bill

  • Introduced June 28, 2013
  • Latest Major Action June 28, 2013

Bill Cosponsors

90 (77 Democrats, 13 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should ban and prevent the importation of shark fins from sharks caught through the practice of finning. Recognizes the threat shark finning poses to sharks and condemns the practice worldwide.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
June 28, 2013
Referred to House Ways and Means
June 28, 2013
Referred to House Natural Resources
June 28, 2013

Introduced in the House by Vern Buchanan (R-Fla.)

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