Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act
Bill Summary
Requires the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to make its ocean data more accessible to the public. Updates the way NOAA manages and shares information about public ocean areas.
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Bill Journey
- May 13, 2025
- Feb 23, 2026You Are Here
The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects researchers, fishermen, and coastal communities by providing them with easier access to ocean data, which can help inform their decisions and activities. It also impacts NOAA by requiring the agency to update its data management and sharing practices.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic10
- Republican6
Documents
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Cosponsors (15)
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- Andrew R. GarbarinoRepublican · NY
- Michael LawlerRepublican · NY
- Jill N. TokudaDemocrat · HI
- Earl L. "Buddy" CarterRepublican · GA
- Nancy MaceRepublican · SC
- Dave MinDemocrat · CA
- John H. RutherfordRepublican · FL
- Laura GillenDemocrat · NY
- Eugene Simon VindmanDemocrat · VA
- Sarah McBrideDemocrat · DE
- Derek TranDemocrat · CA
Bill Details
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