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Protecting US Fisheries: Economic Disaster Aid

This new law allows financial aid for fishermen when their operations are threatened by unfair foreign practices, such as market distortion or illegal fishing. This ensures fishing communities can receive support during economic hardships, helping to protect their jobs and livelihoods.
Key points
Adds "economic cause" as a reason to declare a fishery resource disaster, enabling federal assistance.
Defines "economic cause" as foreign activities that distort the market, disrupt sustainable harvest, or hinder fishery viability.
Allows consideration of illegal fishing, predatory pricing, and foreign subsidies' impact on US seafood markets.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10010
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2024-10-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect American Fisheries Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10010.

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 2024-10-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Adds "economic cause" as a reason to declare a fishery resource disaster, enabling federal assistance.
  • Defines "economic cause" as foreign activities that distort the market, disrupt sustainable harvest, or hinder fishery viability.
  • Allows consideration of illegal fishing, predatory pricing, and foreign subsidies' impact on US seafood markets.
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. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

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 2025-12-24.

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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Agriculture Economy