HR 8401

To amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to allow the transport, purchase, and sale of pelts of, and handicrafts, garments, and art produced from, Southcentral and Southeast Alaska northern sea otters that are taken for subsistence purposes.

Bill status

Status
In committee
Sponsor
Rep. Nicholas J. Begich [R-AK-At Large]
Cosponsors
0
Policy area
Animals
Introduced
2026-04-21
Latest action
2026-06-03: Subcommittee Hearings Held

Committee referrals

Recent actions

  • 2026-06-03: Subcommittee Hearings Held
  • 2026-05-29: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
  • 2026-04-21: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  • 2026-04-21: Introduced in House
  • 2026-04-21: Introduced in House