S.J.Res. 17 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
A joint resolution directing the United States to initiate international discussions and take necessary steps with other Nations to negotiate an agreement for managing migratory and transboundary fish stocks in the Arctic Ocean.
S.J.Res. 17 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Aug 3, 2007, sponsored by Ted Stevens with 10 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Aug 3, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 10
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 110-243
What it does
Declares that: (1) the United States should initiate discussions to negotiate international agreements for managing migratory, transboundary, and straddling fish stocks in the Arctic Ocean and establishing new international fisheries management organizations for the region; (2) such agreements should conform with the United Nations Fish Stocks Agreement and contain mechanisms for establishing elements necessary for sustaining…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ted Stevens (R-AK). Co-sponsors: 5 Democrats, 5 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedAug 3, 2007
- Passed the SenateOct 4, 2007
- Passed the HouseMay 21, 2008
- Sent to the PresidentMay 23, 2008
- Became lawJun 3, 2008
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-243. (Jun 3, 2008)
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Committees
- Natural Resources Committee
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
- Foreign Relations Committee
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