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CT HB05012
Bill
Status
5/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Environment Committee
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the possession, sale, trade, or distribution of shark fins in Connecticut, effective October 1, 2025
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Defines "shark" as species in subclass Elasmobranchii, excluding rays (order Batoidea) and smoothhound sharks
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Exempts licensed fishers who separate fins from lawfully landed sharks during processing, provided fins are immediately destroyed unless used for personal consumption or taxidermy
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Allows the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to issue permits for shark fin possession for scientific research or educational purposes
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Violations constitute an infraction, with options to pay the fine by mail or plead not guilty
Legislative Description
An Act Prohibiting The Practice Of Shark Finning.
Last Action
Senate Calendar Number 493
5/15/2025