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Imported Seafood Safety: New Inspection and Testing Standards

This act introduces stricter rules for inspecting and testing imported seafood to ensure its safety. This means seafood available in stores will undergo more frequent inspections and tests, aiming to enhance consumer health protection. Companies importing seafood will need to meet higher standards, facing penalties and import bans for violations.
Key points
All countries exporting seafood to the U.S. must meet U.S. safety standards, confirmed by certification.
At least 20% of imported seafood will be mandatorily tested, and the first 15 shipments from new exporters will always be inspected.
In case of repeated safety standard violations, exporters may face a one-year suspension or complete import ban.
Seafood failing safety standards will be detained, destroyed, or re-exported, clearly labeled "UNITED STATES: REFUSED ENTRY."
Seafood import will only be allowed through ports with trained personnel for testing and inspection.
Financial penalties are introduced for knowingly making false statements regarding seafood tests or inspections.
Cooperation with state authorities for inspecting and testing imported seafood is possible.
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Print number: 118_HR_1057
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Process start date: 2023-02-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Imported Seafood Safety Standards Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1057.

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 2023-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All countries exporting seafood to the U.S. must meet U.S. safety standards, confirmed by certification.
  • At least 20% of imported seafood will be mandatorily tested, and the first 15 shipments from new exporters will always be inspected.
  • In case of repeated safety standard violations, exporters may face a one-year suspension or complete import ban.
  • Seafood failing safety standards will be detained, destroyed, or re-exported, clearly labeled "UNITED STATES: REFUSED ENTRY."
  • Seafood import will only be allowed through ports with trained personnel for testing and inspection.
  • Financial penalties are introduced for knowingly making false statements regarding seafood tests or inspections.
  • Cooperation with state authorities for inspecting and testing imported seafood is possible.
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. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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