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This bill amends the Endangered Species Act to create an exemption for sturgeon that are legally raised in captivity or controlled environments in the United States, as well as their offspring, allowing these fish to be handled and used without triggering the Act's protections against taking or harming endangered species. The exemption applies only to sturgeon that were already in captivity when the law takes effect and remains in effect until the sturgeon or their descendants are intentionally released into the wild. Anyone holding captive sturgeon under this exemption must be able to prove their fish qualify for the exemption and must maintain detailed records and inventories that the government can request, though these requirements cannot unnecessarily duplicate other existing regulations. The bill was introduced by Florida representatives in November 2023 and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. No specific funding or timeline for implementation is mentioned in the legislation.

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