HR 3189: Albatross and Petrel Conservation Act of 2025

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Summary

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Policy Areas

Next Steps

The bill has been referred to the House Natural Resources and Foreign Affairs Committees. The next steps include committee hearings, markups, and potential votes in both the House and Senate if it advances.

Social Impact

The bill aims to protect albatross and petrel populations, benefiting environmental conservation efforts. Positive social impacts could include increased public awareness of these birds and support for their conservation. Potential conflict may arise with fishing interests that may experience some restrictions.

Business Impact

Businesses involved in fishing and tourism near albatross and petrel habitats may experience some changes due to regulations aimed at minimizing bycatch and disturbance. New opportunities could arise in conservation-related businesses, research, and ecotourism.

Financial Impact

Implementation will involve costs for research, habitat restoration, monitoring, and enforcement. Potential economic benefits could result from improved conservation of marine resources and enhanced tourism.

Bill History

Monday, May 5, 2025
IntroReferral - Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Monday, May 5, 2025
IntroReferral - Introduced in House

Bill Text

Introduced in House May 5, 2025
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