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Increased Tariffs on Indian Shrimp: Protecting Domestic Producers and Food Safety.

This law significantly raises tariffs on shrimp imported from India between 2026 and 2028 to protect US producers from subsidized foreign competition. Citizens may see changes in shrimp prices, but food safety is enhanced through new funds dedicated to increased inspections. The law also mandates country of origin labeling for cooked shrimp products.
Key points
Tariffs on shrimp from India will gradually increase from 0% to 40% plus additional fees by 2028.
Revenue from a new $0.10/kg duty will fund increased safety inspections for imported shrimp and catfish.
Cooked shrimp and crawfish must now carry mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (COOL), improving consumer transparency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2868
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Process start date: 2025-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

India Shrimp Tariff Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2868.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tariffs on shrimp from India will gradually increase from 0% to 40% plus additional fees by 2028.
  • Revenue from a new $0.10/kg duty will fund increased safety inspections for imported shrimp and catfish.
  • Cooked shrimp and crawfish must now carry mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (COOL), improving consumer transparency.
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 Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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