What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 1057.
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.
Status:
Expired
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