H.R.205

Urges and requests the United States Department of Agriculture to utilize the Commodity Procurement program under Section 32 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act to purchase domestic shrimp from Louisiana shrimpers

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Louisiana HR205 urges the USDA to buy domestic shrimp from Louisiana shrimpers under the Agricultural Adjustment Act.

Louisiana HR205 urges the United States Department of Agriculture to use the Commodity Procurement program under Section 32 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act to purchase domestic shrimp from Louisiana shrimpers. This action aims to provide economic relief to the shrimp industry, support domestic fishermen, and ensure high-quality seafood reaches families in need. The resolution highlights the importance of the shrimp industry to Louisiana's economy and culture, emphasizing the need for immediate action to address economic hardship caused by imported seafood and rising operational costs.

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Roll Call Votes

House Vote on HR 205 FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1208)

92 Yea

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0 Nay

13 Absent

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History

May 21

House

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

May 18

House

Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.

May 13

House

Read by title, roll called, yeas 92, nays 0. The resolution was adopted.