2 Sep 2025
🐟Tuna Tracking and Verification Program Compliance Requirements
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Tuna Tracking and Verification Program
Summary
The Department of Commerce announces the Tuna Tracking and Verification Program, a revision and extension of information collection related to tuna imports and processing. The program seeks to ensure compliance with the Dolphin Protection Consumer Information Act and aims to document the dolphin-safe status of tuna shipments while verifying import regulations.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The regulatory requirements for Tuna Tracking and Verification impact businesses involved in tuna importation and processing. Compliance is mandatory, and the allocation of resources for reporting can affect operational costs and efficiency. Companies must adapt to revised information collection to ensure adherence to federal standards.