No Chinese Seafood in Congress Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (23 Sep 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
What this bill does
S. 5479, the "No Chinese Seafood in Congress Act," would prohibit seafood products fished, harvested, produced, or processed in the People's Republic of China, or by vessels owned or operated by Chinese nationals or entities, from being served or sold in dining facilities within the Capitol Buildings and on Capitol Grounds.
This bill specifically targets congressional dining facilities, including cafeterias and restaurants, and would affect the entities responsible for their operation, such as the House Committee on House Administration, the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, and the Office of the Architect of the Capitol. The act defines "covered Chinese seafood product" broadly to include various forms of marine or aquatic animal life and foods with such as a characterizing ingredient.
The bill was introduced in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. If passed, covered entities would have 180 days to issue regulations to enforce the prohibition.
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Timeline
23 Sep 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Common questions
- What does S. 5479 do?
- S. 5479, the "No Chinese Seafood in Congress Act," would prohibit seafood products fished, harvested, produced, or processed in the People's Republic of China, or by vessels owned or operated by Chinese nationals or entities, from being served or sold in dining facilities within the Capitol Buildings and on Capitol Grounds. This bill specifically targets congressional dining facilities, including cafeterias and restaurants, and would affect the entities responsible for their operation, such as the House Committee on House Administration, the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, and the Office of the Architect of the Capitol. The act defines "covered Chinese seafood product" broadly to include various forms of marine or aquatic animal life and foods with such as a characterizing ingredient. The bill was introduced in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. If passed, covered entities would have 180 days to issue regulations to enforce the prohibition.
- Has S. 5479 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 5479. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 5479?
- S. 5479 was sponsored by Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK] (R-AK), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5479?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (23 Sep 2026).
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