HB 4403

House·20th Congress·Filed Sep 8, 2025

An Act Creating the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Defining Its Powers and Functions, Providing Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes

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The bill proposes a new Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources that would take over all fisheries‑related functions, replace the current BFAR, and create an independent Fisheries Commission to enforce rules and settle disputes.

Government AdministrationEnvironment and Natural ResourcesForeign Affairs

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Author · Representative

Adrian Salceda
RepresentativeAlbay, 3rd District
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HB04403 · Sources: BetterGov Open Congress, BatasWatch

An Act Creating the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Defining Its Powers and Functions, Providing Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes

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