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Seafood Marketing Act of 2022: Health and Economy Boost

This new act aims to re-establish the National Fish and Seafood Promotional Council to encourage citizens to eat more seafood. This is intended to improve public health, reduce healthcare costs, and support the fishing industry. The act provides funding for educational campaigns and modifies the definition of "seafood."
Key points
Re-establishment of the National Fish and Seafood Promotional Council to promote the health benefits of seafood consumption.
Authorization of $25 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2027 for the fisheries promotion fund, supporting educational campaigns.
Expansion of the definition of "seafood" in regulations to include a broader range of aquatic life for human consumption.
Modifications to the Council's membership to include experts in consumer marketing and scientific research on seafood health benefits.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5032
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Seafood Marketing Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5032.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Re-establishment of the National Fish and Seafood Promotional Council to promote the health benefits of seafood consumption.
  • Authorization of $25 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2027 for the fisheries promotion fund, supporting educational campaigns.
  • Expansion of the definition of "seafood" in regulations to include a broader range of aquatic life for human consumption.
  • Modifications to the Council's membership to include experts in consumer marketing and scientific research on seafood health benefits.
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. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS].

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.

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.

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