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Boosting Ocean Economy and Coastal Communities through Innovation

This act aims to strengthen the U.S. ocean economy by establishing regional innovation centers. This means new job opportunities, technological advancements related to oceans and coasts, and support for local communities, including Native American tribes and Native Hawaiians. The goal is sustainable development and resilience to natural disasters.
Key points
Establishment of at least 7 regional Ocean Innovation Clusters to support the development of the ocean economy and create jobs.
Access to job training and development opportunities for residents of coastal communities, including underrepresented groups.
Financial support for research and development projects in marine technology, with an emphasis on sustainable resource utilization.
Strengthening collaboration among businesses, academia, non-profit organizations, and government to foster innovation in the marine sector.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7970
Sponsor: Rep. Pingree, Chellie [D-ME-1]
Process start date: 2022-06-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ocean Regional Opportunity and Innovation Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7970.

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 2022-06-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of at least 7 regional Ocean Innovation Clusters to support the development of the ocean economy and create jobs.
  • Access to job training and development opportunities for residents of coastal communities, including underrepresented groups.
  • Financial support for research and development projects in marine technology, with an emphasis on sustainable resource utilization.
  • Strengthening collaboration among businesses, academia, non-profit organizations, and government to foster innovation in the marine sector.
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. Pingree, Chellie [D-ME-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

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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