Bills · S 2674
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2674International Affairs
HARPOON Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing harms ocean health, undermines legitimate fishing businesses, and can be linked to other crimes like human trafficking and drug smuggling. By empowering the U.S. to help other nations combat IUU fishing, the bill aims to protect marine life, support fair competition for legal fishers, and enhance regional stability in areas where such activities are prevalent.
If this bill becomes law, the U.S. would actively support international efforts to police the oceans, potentially leading to healthier fish stocks and more secure maritime environments. If it doesn't pass, these foreign security forces might continue to lack the resources and training to effectively counter IUU fishing, allowing the harmful practices and associated crimes to persist.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the authority of the Secretary of Defense to conduct or support capacity-building programs for foreign security forces.
This allows the U.S. to formally use its defense resources to help other countries combat illegal fishing, which was not explicitly authorized before.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary of the Navy and the Commandant of the Coast Guard to engage foreign partners for joint patrols.
This provision creates a direct mandate for cooperative maritime security operations specifically targeting illegal fishing and transnational crime.
PROVISION 03
Requires annual reports to Congress on these engagements and program effectiveness.
This ensures transparency and accountability, allowing Congress to oversee the U.S. government's efforts and make informed decisions about future funding or policy changes.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAUG 1
Introduced in Senate
AUG 1
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2674
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedAug 1, 2025
Last actionAug 1, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED AUG 1, 2025
Senate BillS 2674International Affairs
HARPOON Act
INTRODUCED AUG 1, 2025· LAST ACTION AUG 1, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
1
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