H.R. 1240 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
Young Fishermen's Development Act
H.R. 1240 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Feb 14, 2019, sponsored by Don Young with 12 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 14, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 12
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 116-289
What it does
Young Fishermen's Development Act This bill directs the National Sea Grant Office in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to establish a Young Fishermen's Development Grant Program to provide training, education, outreach, and technical assistance initiatives for young fishermen.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Don Young (R-AK). Co-sponsors: 11 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 14, 2019
- Passed the HouseDec 10, 2020
- Passed the SenateDec 20, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentDec 24, 2020
- Became lawJan 5, 2021
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-289. (Jan 5, 2021)
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