US Senators introduce Shrimp Tariff Act to protect Louisiana industry against alleged unfair trade practices by India

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32 Washington, DC [US], September 20 (ANI): Republican US Senators Bill Cassidy and Cindy Hyde-Smith introduced the India Shrimp Tariff Act to shield local shrimp and catfish farmers from India’s allegedly unfair trade practices, specifically the dumping of cheap shrimp into the US market, a statement by Cassidy’s office said. “People come from all over to try Louisiana gumbo, jambalaya, and shrimp and grits. That’s because our shrimpers and catfish farmers meet high standards,” said Cassidy. “By leveling the playing field, this bill protects Louisiana seafood and the jobs that depend on it.” Senator Hyde-Smith said that Indian shrimp was...