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Improved Ocean Data Access: Fishing and Recreational Water Use

This act aims to make it easier for citizens to access information about federal waters, including fishing and recreational areas. This will help in planning leisure activities and avoiding restricted zones, enhancing safety and enjoyment of the oceans.
Key points
All data on fishing restrictions, recreational zones, and boating rules will be available on a single, public website.
Information will be regularly updated, and citizens can submit comments and questions, improving data quality and usability.
The act does not alter existing fishery management regulations or Native American tribal rights, focusing solely on data accessibility.
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Status: Passed Senate
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_759
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-02-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_759.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All data on fishing restrictions, recreational zones, and boating rules will be available on a single, public website.
  • Information will be regularly updated, and citizens can submit comments and questions, improving data quality and usability.
  • The act does not alter existing fishery management regulations or Native American tribal rights, focusing solely on data accessibility.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed Senate.

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 Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6556; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S6556)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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