Foreign fishing operators and ships could face U.S. penalties for illegal fishing. The bill would freeze some U.S.-linked assets, block visas, and require reports to Congress for five years.
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Stop Illegal Fishing Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Latest action on H.R. 6338: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects foreign fishing operators, senior crew, company leaders, and ships tied to illegal fishing. It also affects U.S. agencies that would investigate cases, freeze property, handle visa bans, and report to Congress. Legal fishing businesses and coastal communities could feel indirect effects if the sanctions change fishing behavior or market conditions.
Why this matters: Illegal fishing can harm fish stocks, marine ecosystems, and people who depend on legal fishing for income. This bill would add U.S. financial and travel penalties to the fight against that problem. It could also affect foreign relations if the U.S. sanctions people or ships from countries with large fishing fleets.
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Officially: Stop Illegal Fishing Act
Foreign fishing operators and ships could face U.S. penalties for illegal fishing. The bill would freeze some U.S.-linked assets, block visas, and require reports to Congress for five years.
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Where it stands
Sitting in Foreign Relations
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Latest: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (6/9/2026)
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Stop Illegal Fishing Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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