2003 House Bill 5158

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Introduced in the House

Oct. 14, 2003

Introduced by Rep. Daniel Acciavatti (R-32)

To make possession or release of certain aquatic species a felony subject to up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Prohibited species include including Asian Carp (Bighead, Silver Carp, and Snakehead Carp), Bitterling, Black Carp, Grass Carp, Ide, Japanese Weatherfish, Rudd and Tench fish.

Referred to the Committee on Great Lakes and Tourism

Dec. 9, 2003

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Dec. 17, 2003

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one which incorporates technical changes that do not affect the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 107 to 2 (details)

Received in the Senate

Dec. 18, 2003

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs