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Funding local seafood processing and banning offshore finfish farming in federal waters

This act authorizes $90 million for fiscal years 2025-2026 to help coastal communities build and upgrade local seafood and mariculture processing facilities. These projects aim to facilitate increased domestic processing and support local markets, including through partnerships with food banks. Additionally, the act prohibits federal agencies from permitting or funding commercial finfish aquaculture in the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone without specific congressional authority.
Key points
Community Investment: Grants for building or rehabilitating processing infrastructure and providing training in eligible communities dependent on the coast or ocean.
Food Security: Priority for projects that commit to selling a substantial quantity of seafood domestically and partner with organizations addressing hunger.
Offshore Farming Ban: Federal agencies are prohibited from authorizing or funding commercial finfish aquaculture in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) without a new law from Congress.
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Print number: 118_HR_9226
Sponsor: Rep. Peltola, Mary Sattler [D-AK-At Large]
Process start date: 2024-07-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Domestic Seafood Production Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9226.

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 2024-07-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Community Investment: Grants for building or rehabilitating processing infrastructure and providing training in eligible communities dependent on the coast or ocean.
  • Food Security: Priority for projects that commit to selling a substantial quantity of seafood domestically and partner with organizations addressing hunger.
  • Offshore Farming Ban: Federal agencies are prohibited from authorizing or funding commercial finfish aquaculture in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) without a new law from Congress.
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. Peltola, Mary Sattler [D-AK-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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