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North Pacific Ocean Protection Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:59 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4030
The North Pacific Ocean Protection Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 4030, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the North Pacific Ocean and its marine life from various threats, such as pollution, overfishing, and habitat destruction.
The bill includes provisions that aim to reduce plastic pollution in the ocean by implementing stricter regulations on the use and disposal of plastic products. It also seeks to promote sustainable fishing practices in order to prevent overfishing and protect the delicate marine ecosystem.
Additionally, the North Pacific Ocean Protection Act of 2023 includes measures to establish marine protected areas in the North Pacific Ocean, where certain activities such as drilling and mining would be prohibited in order to preserve the natural habitat and biodiversity of the region. Overall, this bill is focused on promoting conservation and sustainability in the North Pacific Ocean, in order to ensure the long-term health and viability of this important marine ecosystem.
The bill includes provisions that aim to reduce plastic pollution in the ocean by implementing stricter regulations on the use and disposal of plastic products. It also seeks to promote sustainable fishing practices in order to prevent overfishing and protect the delicate marine ecosystem.
Additionally, the North Pacific Ocean Protection Act of 2023 includes measures to establish marine protected areas in the North Pacific Ocean, where certain activities such as drilling and mining would be prohibited in order to preserve the natural habitat and biodiversity of the region. Overall, this bill is focused on promoting conservation and sustainability in the North Pacific Ocean, in order to ensure the long-term health and viability of this important marine ecosystem.
Congressional Summary of HR 4030
North Pacific Ocean Protection Act of 2023
This bill prohibits the Department of the Interior from issuing a lease for the exploration, development, or production of oil or natural gas in the following areas of the Outer Continental Shelf: the Washington/Oregon planning area, the Northern California planning area, or the Central California planning area.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4030
Bill HR 4030 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4030 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4030's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of June 12, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4030
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
28Democrat Cosponsors
28Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4030
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4030
North Pacific Ocean Protection Act of 2023
North Pacific Ocean Protection Act of 2023
To amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to prohibit oil and gas leasing in certain areas of the Outer Continental Shelf.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4030
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