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Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act

USA119th CongressHR-2620| House 
| Updated: 4/3/2025
Suzanne Bonamici

Suzanne Bonamici

Democratic Representative

Oregon

Cosponsors (2)
Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, titled the "Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act," seeks to enhance the effectiveness and administration of federal marine debris initiatives by amending both the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act and the Marine Debris Act . It specifically targets improvements to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Marine Debris Program, streamlining its ability to enter into grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other agreements. A key change allows the Under Secretary to provide in-kind contributions for projects where NOAA derives a benefit, expanding the program's operational flexibility. The legislation also significantly modifies the Marine Debris Foundation , clarifying its status as a corporation and expanding its purposes to include engagement with Indian Tribes and Tribal Governments . It revises the appointment process and terms for the Foundation's Board of Directors and establishes a Chief Executive Officer position. Furthermore, the bill mandates the development of best practices for outreach to Indian Tribes and Tribal Governments, ensuring technical assistance and awareness of available programs. It reauthorizes appropriations for marine debris activities through fiscal year 2029 and introduces new definitions to clarify terms like "circular economy," "coastal shoreline community," and "Tribal Government" within the context of marine debris efforts.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9255
Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-886
Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 3, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Apr 3, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Dec 26, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-216
Signed by President.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9255
    Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-886
    Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act


  • April 3, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 3, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.


  • April 3, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.


  • December 26, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-216
    Signed by President.

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-216: Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act

Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act

USA119th CongressHR-2620| House 
| Updated: 4/3/2025
This bill, titled the "Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act," seeks to enhance the effectiveness and administration of federal marine debris initiatives by amending both the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act and the Marine Debris Act . It specifically targets improvements to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Marine Debris Program, streamlining its ability to enter into grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other agreements. A key change allows the Under Secretary to provide in-kind contributions for projects where NOAA derives a benefit, expanding the program's operational flexibility. The legislation also significantly modifies the Marine Debris Foundation , clarifying its status as a corporation and expanding its purposes to include engagement with Indian Tribes and Tribal Governments . It revises the appointment process and terms for the Foundation's Board of Directors and establishes a Chief Executive Officer position. Furthermore, the bill mandates the development of best practices for outreach to Indian Tribes and Tribal Governments, ensuring technical assistance and awareness of available programs. It reauthorizes appropriations for marine debris activities through fiscal year 2029 and introduces new definitions to clarify terms like "circular economy," "coastal shoreline community," and "Tribal Government" within the context of marine debris efforts.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9255
Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-886
Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 3, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Apr 3, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Dec 26, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-216
Signed by President.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9255
    Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-886
    Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act


  • April 3, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 3, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.


  • April 3, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.


  • December 26, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-216
    Signed by President.
Suzanne Bonamici

Suzanne Bonamici

Democratic Representative

Oregon

Cosponsors (2)
Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-216: Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted