Prohibits the commercial harvesting of Atlantic striped bass in the coastal waters or Exclusive Economic Zone. Imposes penalties and allows civil forfeiture of vessels for violations.
Requires the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director to take actions reflecting the prohibition.
Actions
Mar 20, 2003
Executive Comment Requested from Commerce.
Mar 20, 2003
Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries Conservation, Wildlife and Oceans.
Mar 13, 2003
Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
Mar 13, 2003
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E460)