House bill proposes extending North Atlantic right whale regulations
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Representative [Name Not Provided in Source] introduced this bill in the House to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023. The goal is to extend the expiration date for specific regulations regarding the protection of the North Atlantic right whale.
Why it matters: This is a technical administrative action intended to prevent certain whale protection rules from expiring or lapsing. Its significance depends on whether those specific regulations are currently under pressure to change or expire.
Who it affects
- Commercial fishing and shipping industries operating near North Atlantic right whale habitats
This information comes from Congress.gov regarding the House of Representatives; check the official text on Congress.gov before relying on this information.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document