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S. 283

Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee · Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX)

24 September 2026 | Agreed to other chamber's amendments (unanimous consent)

What's next: Presidential review (±10 days)

Summary: The bill would direct the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop a standardized method using chemical analysis to identify where seafood comes from, helping law enforcement crack down on illegal and unreported fishing operations. It would also authorize the Department of Defense to provide technical assistance to other countries' maritime forces in combating illegal fishing and organized crime.

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Posted 25 September 2026

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S. 283 | Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act | Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) | Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee 📅 24 September 2026 | ✅🏛️ Agreed to other chamber's amendments (unanimous consent) What's next: Presidential review (±10 days) Summary: The bill would direct the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop a standardized method using chemical analysis to identify where seafood comes from, helping law enforcement crack down on illegal and unreported fishing operations. It would also authorize the Department of Defense to provide technical assistance to other countries' maritime forces in combating illegal fishing and organized crime. [AI-Generated]

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