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Caribbean and Latin America Maritime Security Initiative: Combating Illegal Fishing

This act aims to strengthen maritime security in the Caribbean and Latin America, focusing on combating illegal fishing. Citizens may experience positive effects through the protection of marine resources, supporting local economies and food security, and through regional stabilization. It also introduces the possibility of imposing sanctions on individuals and entities involved in illegal activities, which may affect international trade relations.
Key points
Strengthening international cooperation to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the Caribbean and Latin America region.
Increasing partner countries' capacity for fisheries management and law enforcement within their exclusive economic zones.
Possibility of imposing sanctions, such as asset blocking, inadmissibility to the U.S., and denial of access to U.S. ports, on individuals and vessels involved in illegal fishing.
Requirement to develop a strategy assessing U.S. efforts to build partner capacity for prosecuting IUU cases and analyzing the issue of vessels flying "flags of convenience".
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Print number: 118_HR_7209
Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50]
Process start date: 2024-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Caribbean and Latin America Maritime Security Initiative Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7209.

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 2024-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening international cooperation to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the Caribbean and Latin America region.
  • Increasing partner countries' capacity for fisheries management and law enforcement within their exclusive economic zones.
  • Possibility of imposing sanctions, such as asset blocking, inadmissibility to the U.S., and denial of access to U.S. ports, on individuals and vessels involved in illegal fishing.
  • Requirement to develop a strategy assessing U.S. efforts to build partner capacity for prosecuting IUU cases and analyzing the issue of vessels flying "flags of convenience".
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. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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