What is the current status of HR 3706?

HR 3706 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 3706?

HR 3706 was sponsored by Brian Babin (R), Rep.

Seafood Origin Identification Bill

IntroducedJune 4, 2025

Introduced7 months ago

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Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesFood supply, safety, and labelingFishesSeafoodWildlife conservation and habitat protectionCrimes against animals and natural resources

Why This Matters

This bill aims to develop a standard way to identify the country of origin for seafood, helping to combat illegal fishing. It matters because illegal fishing can damage marine ecosystems and hurt legitimate fishermen.

If you eat seafood, this bill could help ensure it comes from legal and sustainable sources.

Who this affects

Fishermen · Seafood consumers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires the government to create a method to identify where seafood comes from.
2The method will help fight illegal fishing practices that harm the environment.
3It will use chemical analysis and field kits for easy testing of seafood.
4The bill focuses on specific fish like red snapper and tuna for initial studies.
5A report on the methodology and its implementation is due within two years.

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Seafood Origin Identification Bill

IntroducedJune 4, 2025

Introduced7 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

Why This Matters

If you eat seafood, this bill could help ensure it comes from legal and sustainable sources.

Who this affects

Fishermen · Seafood consumers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires the government to create a method to identify where seafood comes from.
2The method will help fight illegal fishing practices that harm the environment.
3It will use chemical analysis and field kits for easy testing of seafood.
4The bill focuses on specific fish like red snapper and tuna for initial studies.
5A report on the methodology and its implementation is due within two years.

Read full document

Last changed 6 days ago · checked hourly