H.R. 2560 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Reef Assassin Act
H.R. 2560 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on May 19, 2017, sponsored by Matt Gaetz with 11 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 19, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 11
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
What it does
Reef Assassin Act This bill directs the Department of Commerce to issue regulations under which a participating state may allow individuals to exchange 100 lionfish for one tag that authorizes recreational or commercial fishing for covered species. (Covered species are red snapper, gag grouper, triggerfish, and amberjack.)
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Matt Gaetz (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 8 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 19, 2017
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans. (May 30, 2017)
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