SAFE for Manatees Act
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Overview
This bill directs the Department of the Interior to conduct a study examining potential alternative habitats for manatees, particularly focusing on areas impacted by industrial decommissioning in Florida. The study will explore both naturally warm water locations and the feasibility of constructing artificial warm water refugia. The results of this study will be made publicly available to inform conservation efforts for manatees.
Key provisions
- Directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on alternative manatee habitats.
- The study will focus on areas affected by industrial decommissioning in Florida.
- The study must identify potential natural warm water locations.
- The study must assess the feasibility of constructing artificial warm water refugia.
- The Secretary will consult with the Secretary of the Army and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Who is affected
- Manatees
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
- Department of the Interior
- Industries involved in coastal decommissioning
- Local communities near affected areas
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