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HB 1159 Shark fins; bans possession, sale, etc., penalty.

Introduced by: Mark D. Sickles | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Possession of shark fins; penalty.  Bans the possession, sale, offering for sale, trading, or distribution of shark fins, with certain exceptions for licensees and restaurants.

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• 01/16/12  House: Presented and ordered printed 12103570D  pdf | impact statement

HISTORY

• 01/16/12  House: Presented and ordered printed 12103570D
• 01/16/12  House: Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
• 01/23/12  House: Assigned ACNRsub: Chesapeake
• 01/26/12  House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table by voice vote
• 02/14/12  House: Left in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources