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Senate Votes on Controversial SHARKED Act Amid Shark Crisis

7/30/2025

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The U.S. Senate Committee is set to vote on the SHARKED Act, which seeks to understand shark behavior to reduce fishing line bites. However, critics argue it fails to address shark culls and lacks Indigenous voices. With a staggering 71% decline in global shark populations since 1970, experts emphasize the urgent need for their protection and coexistence.

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Story summary

The U.S. Senate Committee is set to vote on the SHARKED Act, which seeks to understand shark behavior to reduce fishing line bites. However, critics argue it fails to address shark culls and lacks Indigenous voices. With a staggering 71% decline in global shark populations since 1970, experts emphasize the urgent need for their protection and coexistence.