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H.R. 8401In CommitteeANIMALS

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.

Sponsor
Rep. Begich, Nicholas J. [R-AK-At Large]
R · AK
Key facts
Introduced: Apr 21, 2026
Chamber: House
Cosponsors: 0
Congress: 119th
Latest action · May 29, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.

Timeline

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