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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>Shark Sales Elimination Act of 2017</b></p> <p>This bill makes it illegal to possess, buy, or sell shark parts or any product containing shark parts.A person may possess a shark part that was lawfully taken consistent with a license or permit under certain circumstances.</p>  <p> Penalties are imposed for violations under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.</p>]]></text>
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