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Offshore Parity Act of 2024

12/16/2024, 7:25 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10183

Bill 118 hr 10183, also known as the "Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act and Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act Amendment Act," aims to delegate authority to the states of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to manage certain expanded submerged lands. This bill seeks to amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to allow these states to have more control over the management of their underwater territories.

The purpose of this delegation of authority is to give these states more autonomy in managing their natural resources and to potentially increase economic opportunities for their residents. By allowing Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to have a greater say in the management of their submerged lands, it is hoped that they will be better equipped to protect and utilize these resources in a sustainable manner.

Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 10183 is to empower these states to take a more active role in the management of their underwater territories, ultimately benefiting both the environment and the economy of the region.

Current Status of Bill HR 10183

Bill HR 10183 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 20, 2024. Bill HR 10183 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 20, 2024.  Bill HR 10183's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of November 20, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10183

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10183

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10183

To amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to provide for the delegation of authority to Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to manage certain expanded submerged lands, and for other purposes.
To amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to provide for the delegation of authority to Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to manage certain expanded submerged lands, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Yisroel Starr

717

1 year ago

This bill is necessary.