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Marine Ecosystem Protection: Blue Carbon Program for a Cleaner Environment

This act establishes a program to protect and restore marine and coastal ecosystems, such as mangroves and seagrasses, which naturally absorb carbon dioxide. The goal is to improve environmental quality, provide protection against floods and storms, and support fisheries and tourism. Citizens may benefit from grants for projects related to the protection of these areas.
Key points
A 'Blue Carbon Program' will be established within NOAA to research and protect marine ecosystems that absorb carbon dioxide.
Grants will be available for landowners, state agencies, Native American tribes, and non-profit organizations for projects to protect and restore these ecosystems.
'Blue carbon areas of significance' will be designated and specially protected from harmful activities.
The act authorizes $300 million annually for the grant program and additional funds for protection activities on federally managed lands.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3906
Sponsor: Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]
Process start date: 2021-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Blue Carbon Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3906.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A 'Blue Carbon Program' will be established within NOAA to research and protect marine ecosystems that absorb carbon dioxide.
  • Grants will be available for landowners, state agencies, Native American tribes, and non-profit organizations for projects to protect and restore these ecosystems.
  • 'Blue carbon areas of significance' will be designated and specially protected from harmful activities.
  • The act authorizes $300 million annually for the grant program and additional funds for protection activities on federally managed lands.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Environment Public Investments