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New Seafood Origin Standards to Combat Illegal Fishing

This act aims to establish a new method for identifying the country of origin of seafood, such as tuna or red snapper. This will make it easier to combat illegal fishing, potentially helping to protect marine resources and ensure that the seafood we buy comes from legal sources. Citizens may gain more confidence in the origin of the seafood they consume.
Key points
Introduction of a standard chemical method to determine the country of origin of seafood.
The method will be easy to use, with a portable test kit, and will also work for prepared foods like sushi or ceviche.
The goal is to support law enforcement agencies in combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3706
Sponsor: Rep. Babin, Brian [R-TX-36]
Process start date: 2025-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SUSHI Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3706.

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 2025-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduction of a standard chemical method to determine the country of origin of seafood.
  • The method will be easy to use, with a portable test kit, and will also work for prepared foods like sushi or ceviche.
  • The goal is to support law enforcement agencies in combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Babin, Brian [R-TX-36].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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