South Pacific Tuna Act of 2022

The South Pacific Tuna Act of 2022 amends U.S. law to update regulations governing tuna fishing in the South Pacific, primarily affecting U.S. fishing vessels operating under agreements with Pacific Island nations. It revises key definitions related to fishing areas, closed zones, and licensing requirements, while updating prohibited activities and enforcement mechanisms. The bill includes new provisions requiring vessel observers, establishing technical assistance for Pacific Island Parties to manage their fisheries, and clarifying reporting requirements for fishing activities. These changes primarily impact U.S. commercial fishing operations in the South Pacific tuna fishing zones and the Pacific Island nations that are treaty partners under the South Pacific Tuna Treaty.