National Sea Grant College Program Amendments Act of 2008

Bill 110 s 3160, also known as the National Sea Grant College Program Amendments Act of 2008, is a piece of legislation that aims to make changes to the National Sea Grant College Program. This program, which was established in 1966, provides funding and support for research, education, and outreach activities related to coastal and marine issues.

The main purpose of this bill is to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program through the year 2013. It seeks to increase funding for the program and expand its focus to include new areas of research and education. The bill also aims to improve coordination between the program and other federal agencies that work on coastal and marine issues.

Some of the key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the program, promoting research on sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, and supporting efforts to address coastal hazards and climate change. The bill also includes provisions to enhance education and outreach activities, as well as to improve the program's evaluation and reporting processes. Overall, the National Sea Grant College Program Amendments Act of 2008 is aimed at strengthening and expanding the National Sea Grant College Program to address the growing challenges facing coastal and marine environments. It reflects a bipartisan effort to support research, education, and outreach activities that will help to protect and sustain these important ecosystems for future generations.