Expanded research on ocean and coastal acidification and seafood industry protection.
This law significantly expands federal research efforts to understand and combat the acidification of oceans and coastal waters, a threat to fisheries and marine life. It establishes an Advisory Board with representatives from the seafood industry, scientists, and local governments to ensure research directly supports protecting livelihoods and seafood supplies. It also mandates a public data archive system for transparency and accessibility for citizens and businesses.
Key points
Expands the scope of federal research to explicitly include Coastal Acidification, which is often caused by land-based pollution and nutrient runoff affecting estuaries and local waterways.
Creates a 24-member Advisory Board, including representatives from the shellfish, crab, and finfish industries, to provide expert advice on protecting marine economies.
Establishes a public Data Archive System managed by NOAA to ensure scientists, industry members, and local managers have open access to critical water chemistry data.
Authorizes funding for research activities, including adaptation and mitigation strategies against acidification impacts, for fiscal years 2022-2026.
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