North Pacific Research Board Enhancement Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to strengthen the North Pacific Research Board, which conducts research on fisheries and marine ecosystems in the waters surrounding Alaska. It adds a new board member to represent Alaska Natives with direct experience in subsistence practices. The bill also establishes term limits for board members representing fishing interests and Alaska Natives, and temporarily waives the board’s limit on administrative expenses to allow for greater funding of research activities.
Key provisions
- Adds a new board member to represent Alaska Natives with subsistence experience.
- Establishes 3-year term limits for board members representing fishing interests and Alaska Natives.
- Allows for reappointment of board members once.
- Temporarily waives the 15% cap on administrative expenses for five years after enactment.
- Provides flexibility for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to increase the administrative expense cap if total funding decreases.
- Prioritizes Board operation, research funding, and grant administration when increasing administrative expenses.
Who is affected
- Alaska Natives
- Fishermen
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- Researchers studying fisheries and marine ecosystems
- The North Pacific Research Board
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