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Congress·In Progress·H.R. 2860

Northwest Straits: Reauthorize Marine Conservation Commission

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2025

8 months ago·View on Congress.gov
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Stalled

No legislative action in over 90 days.

Legislative Progress

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Key Points

  • Congress would renew a local advisory group focused on protecting and restoring marine waters in the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Puget Sound.
  • The commission would include 14 members picked by county marine resource committees, the Washington governor, Interior Department tribal appointees, and others.
  • The commission’s job is to support local committees, gather data, recommend restoration projects, and serve as a public forum—without making or enforcing federal rules.
  • It would require yearly public reports on habitat, fish and wildlife health, water quality, data collection, and education outreach, including to underresourced communities.
  • The program would be set to end 7 years after this reauthorization becomes law unless Congress extends it again.
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Milestones

4 milestones7 actions
Jul 15, 2025House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Unanimous Consent.

Jul 15, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jul 15, 2025House

Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Discharged

May 20, 2025House

Subcommittee Hearings Held

May 13, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2025

Bill NumberHR 2860
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Unanimous Consent.

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Cosponsors

(6)
D: 6

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