Shark Fin Trade Elimination Act of 2017
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This bill makes it illegal to possess, buy, sell, or transport shark fins or any product containing shark fins, except for certain dogfish fins. A person may possess a shark fin that was lawfully taken consistent with a license or permit under certain circumstances. Penalties are imposed for violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The maximum civil penalty for each violation shall be $100,000, or the fair market value of the shark fins involved, whichever is greater.
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Who introduced this
Cory Booker
DU.S. Senator · NJ
Bipartisan — 39 cosponsors (31 D, 6 R, 2 I)
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