Congressman
Henry E. Brown, Jr.

I am proud to announce that, this week, my colleagues and I approved legislation by voice vote that will protect sharks from the cruel practice of shark finning.

As the leading Republican on the Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, Oceans and Wildlife, I was proud to work with Subcommittee Chairwoman Madeleine Bordallo on H.R. 81, the Shark Conservation Act, legislation that will expand current prohibitions on this practice and improve shark conservation by closing several loopholes that allow for the legal transshipment of shark fins without the corresponding carcasses.

In addition to my efforts on this legislation, during the 110th Congress, I was proud to have the highest rating by the Humane Society of any member in the South Carolina delegation. Learn more about my work on important animal and wildlife protection issues.

Posted by Brown Staff (03-05-2009, 11:23 AM) filed under Environment and Wildlife

 

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