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The Illegal Practices Bill
New bill aims to stop illegal fishing practices
Stop Illegal Fishing Act
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would punish foreign boats that fish illegally, helping to protect our oceans and fish populations.
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If this bill passes, it could help keep our oceans healthy and fish available for everyone. Now is the time to support it.
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The facts
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- The bill would impose sanctions on foreign people and vessels.
- It targets illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
- This bill is currently moving through Congress.
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