What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 8337.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-04-16.

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: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr8337/BILLS-119hr8337ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-04-21.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 8337

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Buy American Seafood Act: Mandatory domestic sourcing for federal food programs

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Prohibition on federal agencies buying foreign seafood for programs like school lunches, military meals, and disaster relief. Seafood must be harvested by U.S.-flagged vessels or produced and processed within the United States. Waivers are allowed only if domestic supply is insufficient or fails to meet safety and quality standards. Any granted waivers must be published in the Federal Register and reported to Congress within 30 days.

This Act requires federal agencies to purchase only American-sourced seafood for food programs, including school lunches and military food services. The change aims to support domestic fishers and producers by restricting the use of foreign imports in government-funded meals.

Key points

Prohibition on federal agencies buying foreign seafood for programs like school lunches, military meals, and disaster relief.

Seafood must be harvested by U.S.-flagged vessels or produced and processed within the United States.

Waivers are allowed only if domestic supply is insufficient or fails to meet safety and quality standards.

Any granted waivers must be published in the Federal Register and reported to Congress within 30 days.

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Status:

Introduced

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Additional Information

Buy American Seafood Act

Print number: HR 8337

Sponsor: Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5]

Process start date: 2026-04-16

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