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Forage Fish Conservation: New Rules for Healthy Marine Ecosystems

This act aims to better protect small fish that serve as food for larger marine species. It introduces new fishery management rules to ensure enough of these fish are available for predators, which is crucial for ocean health and stable fish stocks, impacting seafood availability for consumers.
Key points
Establishes a definition for forage fish and mandates their protection to support larger fish species and other marine wildlife.
Requires fishery councils to consider the dietary needs of predators when setting catch limits for forage fish.
Prohibits the development of new forage fish fisheries until their impact on the ecosystem and existing fisheries is assessed.
Mandates monitoring of river herring and shad catches to ensure sustainable management.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5770
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-12]
Process start date: 2021-10-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Forage Fish Conservation Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5770.

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 2021-10-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a definition for forage fish and mandates their protection to support larger fish species and other marine wildlife.
  • Requires fishery councils to consider the dietary needs of predators when setting catch limits for forage fish.
  • Prohibits the development of new forage fish fisheries until their impact on the ecosystem and existing fisheries is assessed.
  • Mandates monitoring of river herring and shad catches to ensure sustainable management.
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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-12].

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 2025-12-28.

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Environment