Introduced
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To increase the penalty for illegally introducing a prohibited non-native aquatic species. The current penalty for introducing banned species is up to two years in prison and a $20,000 fine. The bill would make this three years and $100,000 in the case of a banned aquatic species. It would also authorize seizure and forfeiture of vehicle, equipment, or other property used to knowingly possess or introduce a prohibited aquatic species. Senate bills 796 to 802 would add additional sanctions.
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Environment, and Great Lakes
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Substitute offered
The substitute passed by voice vote
Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)
To authorize seizure and forfeiture of vehicle, equipment, or other property used to knowingly possess or introduce a prohibited aquatic species. Senate bills 796 to 802 would add additional sanctions.
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources
Reported without amendment
Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.
Substitute offered
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To revise the procedures and standards for adding a species to the prohibited list.
The substitute passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 105 to 4 (details)
To authorize seizure and forfeiture of vehicle, equipment, or other property used to knowingly possess or introduce a prohibited aquatic species. Senate bills 796 to 802 would add additional sanctions. Also, to revise the procedures and standards for adding a species to the prohibited list.
Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)
To concur with the House-passed version of the bill.
