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New Fellowships to Boost Coastal Management and Climate Resilience.

This law establishes two new fellowship programs to train and deploy specialists focused on coastal resource management and climate adaptation. These programs aim to provide essential workforce assistance to coastal states, helping communities better manage vulnerabilities like sea-level rise and utilize digital data for protection. Fellows receive a minimum annual stipend of $47,000 and gain a fast track to federal employment after completion.
Key points
Creates paid, two-year opportunities for graduate degree holders to work directly with coastal states on environmental management and policy.
Strengthens coastal communities' ability to adapt to environmental threats by providing skilled professionals and local capacity building.
Fellows receive a minimum annual stipend of $47,000 plus locality pay, and qualify for direct hiring into federal agencies upon successful completion.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1552
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2023-05-11