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Bill119th CongressFiled Apr 21, 2026Animals
H.R. 8401

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.

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What it does

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What just happenedMay 29, 2026

Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Begich, Nicholas J. [R-AK-At Large](R-AK)Sponsor
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