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Read. Follow. Verify.Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act
Record date · December 24, 2024
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What This Bill Would Do
This bill updates the administration of the Marine Debris Program and the Marine Debris Foundation to improve operations and expand outreach to Indian Tribes. It clarifies organizational structures, updates definitions, and allows for more flexible project funding and office locations.
The bill changes how the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Marine Debris Foundation manage projects and partnerships, potentially increasing the number of organizations and tribal entities eligible to participate in marine debris cleanup and research efforts.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Indian Tribes
The bill mandates outreach best practices and explicitly includes them as eligible recipients for Foundation funding.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
The agency receives new authority to provide in-kind contributions for projects and undergoes administrative title changes.
Marine Debris Foundation
The foundation faces changes to its board composition, office location options, and administrative structure.
Key Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Expansion of Tribal Engagement
The bill marks a shift toward formalizing tribal outreach and inclusion within the Marine Debris Foundation's mandate.
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