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Reauthorization of the NOAA Marine Debris Program

Original title: A bill to amend the Marine Debris Act to reauthorize the Marine Debris Program of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

December 4, 2024

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation ensures the continued operation of federal efforts to clean up marine environments, impacting the budget and scope of ocean conservation services provided by NOAA through 2028.

Who is mentioned in the record

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

The agency's Marine Debris Program receives extended authorization to operate through 2028.

What changed

Last recorded activity December 4, 2024.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill extends the federal funding authorization for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Marine Debris Program through the year 2028. It updates the existing to ensure the program can continue its work in identifying and removing trash from the ocean.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This legislation ensures the continued operation of federal efforts to clean up marine environments, impacting the budget and scope of ocean conservation services provided by NOAA through 2028.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this bill do?
It extends the legal authorization for the NOAA Marine Debris Program, allowing it to continue receiving funding through 2028.
Who introduced this bill?
It was introduced by Senator Sullivan, with Senator Whitehouse as a co-sponsor.

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Retroactive Authorization

The bill authorizes funding starting from fiscal year 2018, effectively covering a period that has already passed.

Connected Entities

organizationNational Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationNOAA oversees the Marine Debris ProgramMap →
organizationHouse of RepresentativesThe bill was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and TransportationMap →
personMr. SullivanSponsor of the billMap →
date2018Funding period for the Marine Debris ProgramMap →
bill_number33 U.S.C. 1958(a)Section of the Marine Debris ActMap →
organizationCommittee on Commerce, Science, and TransportationThe committee is responsible for reviewing the billMap →
organizationSenateThe bill was introduced in the SenateMap →
personMr. WhitehouseSponsor of the billMap →
date2028Funding period for the Marine Debris ProgramMap →

Analysis Score

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  • Significance40
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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz20
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