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H.R. 531: South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act of 2025

A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeHouse bill (H.R.)
Originating chamberHouse
Introduced2025-01-16
SponsorDel. Radewagen, Aumua Amata Coleman [R-AS-At Large]
Policy areaPublic Lands and Natural Resources
Cosponsors1
Latest action2025-05-14 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Last updated2026-07-13

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in House, 2025-01-16):

South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act of 2025

This bill revises federal requirements for U.S. commercial fishing vessels operating in the South Pacific. The changes reflect amendments to the South Pacific Tuna Treaty that were agreed to at Nadi, Fiji, on December 3, 2016. The treaty details mutual obligations of the United States and 16 Pacific Island countries when U.S. fishing vessels operate in the region. 

Cosponsors (1)

NameParty / state
Ed Case D HI (original cosponsor) 2025-01-16

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 531 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is H.R. 531?

H.R. 531 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: South Pacific Tuna Treaty Act of 2025.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 531 are available on congress.gov.

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