S. 1421 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
Asian Carp Prevention and Control Act
S. 1421 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jul 9, 2009, sponsored by Carl Levin with 9 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 9, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 9
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Public law
- Public Law 111-307
What it does
Asian Carp Prevention and Control Act - Amends the Lacey Act to add the bighead carp of the species Hypophthalmichthys nobilis to the list of injurious species that are prohibited from being shipped or imported into the United States.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Carl Levin (D-MI). Co-sponsors: 8 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 9, 2009
- Passed the SenateNov 17, 2010
- Passed the HouseDec 1, 2010
- Sent to the PresidentDec 3, 2010
- Became lawDec 14, 2010
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-307. (Dec 14, 2010)
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- S. 1472: Human Rights Enforcement Act of 2009
- S. 2950: Criminal History Background Checks Pilot Extension Act of 2009
- S. 1147: Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking Act of 2009
- S. 1789: Fair Sentencing Act of 2010
- S. 1053: A bill to amend the National Law Enforcement Museum Act to extend the termination date.
- S. 1749: Cell Phone Contraband Act of 2010
- S. 1132: Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act Improvements Act of 2010
- H.R. 2923: Combat Methamphetamine Enhancement Act of 2010
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