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BillHR 6338 · 119

Stop Illegal Fishing Act

Introduced
Dec 1, 2025
Cosponsors
3
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 9, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the US government to better track and prevent illegal fishing activities. Establishes new measures to monitor and enforce laws related to illegal fishing.

Sponsored By

Gregory W. Meeks
Democrat · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Dec 1, 2025
  5. Jun 9, 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

The bill affects the commercial fishing industry, as well as consumers of seafood, by increasing enforcement and oversight to prevent illegal fishing practices. It also impacts foreign nations and international fishing vessels by imposing stricter regulations and potential penalties for non-compliance.

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
3backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican2
Cross-party cosponsors2 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (3)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Foreign Relations
IntroducedDec 1, 2025
Last UpdatedJun 9, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Subjects
  • Climate

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.