Urge congress to pass HR 6338 against IUU fishing
The Issue
Out of sight and far from shore, rogue fishing vessels plunder marine ecosystems, pushing vulnerable species to the brink of extinction. This isn’t just overfishing—it is Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, a global criminal enterprise worth an estimated $23 billion annually.
The operators behind these pirate fleets have hidden behind shell companies and flag-of-convenience vessels, evading local laws while decimating ocean life. But a critical new piece of legislation, House Resolution 6338, aims to combat this threat by targeting IUU fishing, including exploitative practices like slavery and shark finning on the high seas.
IUU fishing not only devastates marine biodiversity, it threatens the livelihoods of law-abiding fishers and undermines food security worldwide. It is a hidden industry that traffics in human exploitation and environmental destruction. Enacting HR 6338 would empower U.S. law enforcement to take more decisive action against these illicit operations, closing loopholes in international maritime law and cracking down on those who profit from ecological and human atrocities.
At a time when marine conservation is critical to the health of our planet, Congress must take a stand. HR 6338 can significantly reduce the impact of IUU fishing, ensure sustainable fisheries, protect marine life, and support global efforts to maintain ocean health and resilience.
Stand with marine life and those striving to safeguard our oceans. Let Congress know we demand action against those who exploit our shared natural resources for short-term profit and long-term ruin. Sign this petition to urge Congress to pass HR 6338 and uphold the United States' commitment to protecting the world's oceans and the invaluable life they sustain.
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The Issue
Out of sight and far from shore, rogue fishing vessels plunder marine ecosystems, pushing vulnerable species to the brink of extinction. This isn’t just overfishing—it is Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, a global criminal enterprise worth an estimated $23 billion annually.
The operators behind these pirate fleets have hidden behind shell companies and flag-of-convenience vessels, evading local laws while decimating ocean life. But a critical new piece of legislation, House Resolution 6338, aims to combat this threat by targeting IUU fishing, including exploitative practices like slavery and shark finning on the high seas.
IUU fishing not only devastates marine biodiversity, it threatens the livelihoods of law-abiding fishers and undermines food security worldwide. It is a hidden industry that traffics in human exploitation and environmental destruction. Enacting HR 6338 would empower U.S. law enforcement to take more decisive action against these illicit operations, closing loopholes in international maritime law and cracking down on those who profit from ecological and human atrocities.
At a time when marine conservation is critical to the health of our planet, Congress must take a stand. HR 6338 can significantly reduce the impact of IUU fishing, ensure sustainable fisheries, protect marine life, and support global efforts to maintain ocean health and resilience.
Stand with marine life and those striving to safeguard our oceans. Let Congress know we demand action against those who exploit our shared natural resources for short-term profit and long-term ruin. Sign this petition to urge Congress to pass HR 6338 and uphold the United States' commitment to protecting the world's oceans and the invaluable life they sustain.
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Petition created on June 9, 2026