S. 283
Directs development of seafood origin method
Tells two federal science agencies to develop a chemical method for finding seafood's country of origin and lets the Defense Department help other countries fight illegal fishing and organized crime.
- Uses chemical analysis to identify a seafood's country of origin
- Must include a portable field kit and work on prepared foods such as sushi
- Requires pilot studies on red snapper and tuna
- Within two years, the standards agency must report to Congress and plan how to use the method
Passed Congress · Headed to the President