S 216

Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act

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US Congress

Session

119th Congress (2025-2026)

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Jun 14, 2026, 8:54 AM

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Bill overview

The Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act modifies and reauthorizes key components of the Marine Debris Program and the Marine Debris Foundation. It strengthens the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) ability to administer the program, including allowing in-kind contributions and broader agreement types. The bill also reforms the Marine Debris Foundation by designating a CEO, establishing guidelines for outreach to Indian Tribes, and authorizing matching contributions. Finally, it updates definitions and funding levels to support these efforts.

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S 216Law

Save Our Seas 2.0 Amendments Act

Jurisdiction: US

Public Sentiment

No Data

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Support

0

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CIVIKEngagement, Reclaimed.

civik.us/legislation/cmnmhpwde0nm8jr0hbr6hzm3b|Jun 14, 2026

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2025-12-26

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12/15/2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
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12/15/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
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5/20/2025SenateVoice vote
Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3001-3002; text: CR S3001-3002)
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5/20/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
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Passage without roll call

12/15/2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
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12/15/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
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5/20/2025SenateVoice vote
Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3001-3002; text: CR S3001-3002)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
5/20/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
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