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Prizes for Ocean Acidification Innovation and Adaptation

This new law allows government agencies to offer cash prizes for ideas and solutions that help understand, monitor, or deal with ocean acidification. It specifically prioritizes supporting communities and industries already struggling with the negative effects, like fishermen or shellfish farmers, helping them find ways to adapt and protect jobs.
Key points
Federal agencies can hold prize competitions for innovations related to ocean acidification.
The goal is to find better ways to research, monitor, and manage the effects of acidification.
Priority is given to solutions helping communities and industries (like fisheries) impacted by acidification, including rural and Tribal communities.
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Print number: 117_HR_6061
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2021-11-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ocean Acidification Innovation Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6061.

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 2021-11-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies can hold prize competitions for innovations related to ocean acidification.
  • The goal is to find better ways to research, monitor, and manage the effects of acidification.
  • Priority is given to solutions helping communities and industries (like fisheries) impacted by acidification, including rural and Tribal communities.
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. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy