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- H.R.5584
H.R.5584: Shark Fin Trade Elimination Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced June 24, 2016
- Latest Major Action June 29, 2016
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Cosponsors
26 (15 Democrats, 11 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - June 24, 2016
Bill Summary
Shark Fin Trade Elimination Act of 2016 This bill makes it illegal to possess, buy, sell, transport, or trade shark fins or any product containing shark fins.A person may possess a shark fin that was lawfully taken consistent with a license or permit under certain circumstances. Penalties areimposedfor violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| June 29, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans.
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| June 29, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
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| June 24, 2016 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| June 24, 2016 |
Referred to House Foreign Affairs
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| June 24, 2016 |
Referred to House Natural Resources
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| June 24, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan (D-Northern Marina Islands) |