1976 Senate Hearing on Coast Guard Funding (S. 2924)
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
This hearing established the federal funding levels and operational mandates for the U.S. Coast Guard for the 1976 fiscal year, directly impacting the agency's capacity for maritime safety, law enforcement, and search-and-rescue operations.
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United States Coast Guard
The agency's operational budget and legal authorization for the fiscal year were determined by the legislation discussed.
Merchant Marine industry
The industry is subject to Coast Guard regulations and safety oversight funded by the authorizations discussed.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on February 5, 1976, by the Subcommittee on Merchant Marine.
- The primary subject of the hearing was the review of S. 2924.
- S. 2924 served as the authorization bill for Coast Guard funding for the fiscal year.
- The hearing took place during the second session of the 94th Congress.
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Why It Matters
This hearing established the federal funding levels and operational mandates for the U.S. Coast Guard for the 1976 fiscal year, directly impacting the agency's capacity for maritime safety, law enforcement, and search-and-rescue operations.
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The document illustrates the standard 1970s congressional process for annual agency authorization prior to modern omnibus spending patterns.
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