H.R. 8401 Introduced Animals

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.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Begich, Nicholas J. [R-AK-At Large] Introduced April 21, 2026 Cosponsors 0 Latest action June 3, 2026

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Actions

  1. Jun 3, 2026 Subcommittee Hearings Held
  2. May 29, 2026 Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
  3. Apr 21, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  4. Apr 21, 2026 Introduced in House

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