On The Hill

America’s bounty stretches “from sea to shining sea” – inclusive. The oceans are the nation’s true frontiers, but also a resource held in public trust for all Americans, In Washington, elected leaders create laws that directly or indirectly affect how far and how deep our influence extends. ON THE HILL will keep you up-to-date on ocean news and events in the capital city, from presidential pronouncements to nuggets buried in bills. Updated daily.

The Next Senate Commerce Committee Markup — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 17:09

The next Full Committee Markup in the Senate Commerce Committee will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 2:30pm.

Save Our Shores Act — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-25 00:11

 

S.362 and H.R.3692 (109th Congress): Marine Debris Research, Prevention, and Reduction Act — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:45

 

Ocean and Coastal Exploration and NOAA Act (OCEAN Act) — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:44

 

Oceans 21: The Oceans Conservation, Education, and National Strategy for the 21st Century Act — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:44

 

Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Reauthorization Act of 2005 — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:43

 

Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) Reauthorization — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:43

 

National Offshore Aquaculture Act of 2007 — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:43

 

National Estuary Program — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:42

 

National Sea Grant College Program — by Sheril Kirshenbaum — last modified 2008-06-24 16:41

 

Farm Bill? — by Rafe Sagarin — last modified 2008-06-25 00:11

Why are we talking about the farm bill on an oceans site? One, because it's the biggest conservation bill the Congress will work on. Two, because what happens on farms directly affects what happens on the coast. And three, because the farm bill represents one of the best ways to make this connection. Special thanks to the 2007 Knauss Sea Grant Fellows for getting this discussion going. *Latest Major Action: *12/14/2007 Resolving differences -- Senate actions. Status: Senate insisted on its amendment, requested a conference. *House Reports: *110-256