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No Fishing Area Closures Until Red Snapper Study is Complete.

This bill aims to protect fishermen and the economy of the South Atlantic region. It prohibits new fishing restrictions for red snapper and other species in the Snapper-Grouper Fishery Management Plan until a new, independent scientific study is completed and its data integrated into stock assessments. This ensures that fishing decisions are based on the latest and most accurate information, potentially preventing unnecessary area closures that could negatively impact jobs and income.
Key points
Decisions on fishing area closures will be paused until the Red Snapper Count study is finished and analyzed.
Aims to protect jobs and the fishing economy by ensuring restrictions are based on up-to-date data.
Affects recreational and commercial fishermen in the South Atlantic, potentially preventing loss of access to fishing grounds.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9373
Sponsor: Rep. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-4]
Process start date: 2022-12-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To provide that the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shall not issue an interim or final rule that includes an area closure in the South Atlantic for species managed under the Snapper-Grouper Fishery Management Plan until the South Atlantic Great Red Snapper Count study is complete and the data related to that study is integrated into the stock assessment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9373.

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 2022-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Decisions on fishing area closures will be paused until the Red Snapper Count study is finished and analyzed.
  • Aims to protect jobs and the fishing economy by ensuring restrictions are based on up-to-date data.
  • Affects recreational and commercial fishermen in the South Atlantic, potentially preventing loss of access to fishing grounds.
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. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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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