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HOUSEH.R. 8401· 119th Congress

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
Nicholas Begich (R-AK)
Introduced
Apr 21, 2026
Last Action
Jun 3, 2026

Recorded legislative actions. Future votes are not implied.

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Introduced
Apr 21, 2026
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In Committee
Apr 21, 2026
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In Committee
May 29, 2026
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In Committee
Jun 3, 2026
01 — The Text

What.

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Legislative History

Actions.

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