What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 140.
Improved Monitoring and Protection of Great Lakes, Oceans, and Coasts
This Act aims to enhance data collection and monitoring of the Great Lakes, oceans, bays, estuaries, and coasts. Citizens can expect better management of marine resources, more effective combat against illegal fishing, and more accurate environmental forecasts, impacting safety and the marine economy.
Key points
Strengthening coordination among federal agencies for collecting and sharing aquatic environmental data.
Introducing innovative technologies to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, potentially protecting fish stocks and jobs.
Studying workforce needs in ocean and atmospheric sciences to ensure qualified professionals for environmental monitoring and protection.
Supporting technological innovation in research institutes and establishing prizes for developing new ocean monitoring technologies.
Establishing a program to measure the value and impact of the "Blue Economy" on the U.S. economy, aiding better planning for water-related sectors.
Status:
Expired
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