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Save Our Shrimpers Act

Introduced
Mar 11, 2025
Cosponsors
20
Traction
0
Last Action
May 13, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the US government to impose tariffs on imported shrimp from countries that do not have similar anti-dumping and countervailing duty laws, and Funds the US government to support the domestic shrimp industry. Establishes trade protections for the US shrimp industry by enforcing fair trade practices.

Sponsored By

Troy E. Nehls
Republican · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 11, 2025
  5. May 13, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects US shrimp fishermen and the domestic shrimp industry by potentially increasing their competitiveness in the market and limiting cheap imported shrimp. It also impacts foreign shrimp exporters who may face tariffs and trade restrictions when selling to the US.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
21backers
  • Democratic3
  • Republican18
Cross-party cosponsors3 · 15%
Latest floor voteMay 12, 2026
391–18

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (20)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Foreign Relations
IntroducedMar 11, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 13, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.