House Bill 2463
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Shark Sales Elimination Act of 2017
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 16, 2017
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
The primary form of legislative measure used to propose law. Depending on the chamber of origin, bills begin with a designation of either H.R. or S. Joint resolution is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
2463
Congress
115
Policy Area
Animals
Animals
Primary focus of measure is animal protection; human-animal relationships; wildlife conservation and habitat protection; veterinary medicine. Measures concerning endangered or threatened species may fall under Environmental Protection policy area. Measures concerning wildlife refuge matters may fall under Public Lands and Natural Resources policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Shark Sales Elimination Act of 2017
This bill makes it illegal to possess, buy, or sell shark parts or any product containing shark parts.A person may possess a shark part that was lawfully taken consistent with a license or permit under certain circumstances.
Penalties are imposed for violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
May 16, 2017
05/24/2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans.
05/16/2017
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
05/16/2017
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:36:45 PM