H.R. 5461 · 106th Congress · 1999–2000
To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to eliminate the wasteful and unsportsmanlike practice of shark finning.
H.R. 5461 in the 106th Congress (1999–2000) became law — introduced on Oct 12, 2000, sponsored by Duke Cunningham.
During the 106th Congress (1999–2000), Bill Clinton was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Oct 12, 2000
- Policy area
- Agriculture
- Public law
- Public Law 106-557
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 12, 2000
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 21, 2000
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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