OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of 2021
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5692.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2021-10-22.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Financial assistance for states to establish and maintain watercraft inspection and decontamination stations to protect water bodies from invasive species.
- Potential mandatory inspections and decontamination of recreational vessels, which may impact the time and manner of water usage.
- Priority for inspection stations with the highest likelihood of preventing invasive mussel spread in reclamation project reservoirs.
- Expanded authority and composition of the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force for better management and control of species movement.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Expired.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-3].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.