Bill
H.R. 1792: South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act of 2023
Bill Summary: This bill “would remedy differences between amendments made to the South Pacific Tuna Treaty in 2016 and current U.S. law.” The bill has strong support from the U. S. tuna fishing industry. Per its sponsor, in particular it would stabilize high-seas fishing days and codify access to various island nations’ Exclusive Economic Zone waters.
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