Ban on Commercial Octopus Farming and Import of Farmed Octopus Products.
This law immediately bans the establishment and operation of commercial octopus farms within the United States and its waters. Furthermore, it prohibits the import and reexport of any octopus or octopus products sourced from commercial aquaculture globally, effective one year after the law is passed. This aims to ensure that octopus consumed in the US is wild-caught, addressing ethical concerns about industrial farming practices.
Key points
Immediate prohibition on commercial octopus farming operations across all US territories and waters.
A ban on importing farmed octopus products takes effect one year after the law is enacted, with penalties up to $100,000 for violations.
Importers must certify that the octopus they bring into the country was wild-caught, not commercially farmed.
Exceptions allow farmed octopus for noncommercial purposes like scientific research, zoos, and accredited aquariums.
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