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Forage Fish Protection: New Marine Resource Management Rules

This act aims to better protect small fish that serve as food for larger species and other marine animals. It introduces new fishery management rules to ensure sufficient quantities of these fish for the entire marine ecosystem, which may impact the stability of fish resources available to consumers and fishermen.
Key points
Introduces a definition and management rules for forage fish to protect their role in the marine ecosystem.
Requires fishery councils to list unmanaged forage fish and prohibits new fisheries until impacts are assessed.
Mandates considering the dietary needs of other marine animals when setting catch limits for forage fish.
Amends management of river herring and shad, including requiring at-sea observers on fishing vessels.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1484
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-04-29
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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_S_1484.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces a definition and management rules for forage fish to protect their role in the marine ecosystem.
  • Requires fishery councils to list unmanaged forage fish and prohibits new fisheries until impacts are assessed.
  • Mandates considering the dietary needs of other marine animals when setting catch limits for forage fish.
  • Amends management of river herring and shad, including requiring at-sea observers on fishing vessels.
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 Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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