H.R. 5584 · 114th Congress
Shark Fin Trade Elimination Act of 2016
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Gregorio Sablan
- Introduced
- 2016-06-24
- Latest action
- 2016-06-29 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
Summary
Shark Fin Trade Elimination Act of 2016
This bill makes it illegal to possess, buy, sell, transport, or trade shark fins or any product containing shark fins.A person may possess a shark fin that was lawfully taken consistent with a license or permit under certain circumstances.
Penalties areimposedfor violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.