The bill would create a new federal council to guide ocean mapping and exploration and make agencies work from one national plan. It also updates NOAA programs, expands data sharing, and authorizes funding through 2026.
Modern Action explains what the legislation does, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
National Ocean Exploration Act is a Senate bill senate Consideration.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects federal agencies that map and study the ocean, especially NOAA and the Department of the Interior. It also matters to researchers, coastal and Tribal governments, schools, nonprofits, and private groups that may partner on projects or use ocean data. Coastal communities, shipping interests, and others who rely on accurate maps and forecasts could also feel the effects if the programs are funded and carried out.
Why this matters: This bill matters because a lot of U.S. ocean and coastal areas are still not fully mapped or closely studied, and many groups depend on that information. Better maps and ocean data could help with safer shipping, defense planning, storm preparation, and coastal decisions. The bill also tries to cut down on duplicated work by making agencies coordinate more closely. How much it changes in real life would depend on future funding and how the new system is carried out.
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Officially: National Ocean Exploration Act
The bill would create a new federal council to guide ocean mapping and exploration and make agencies work from one national plan. It also updates NOAA programs, expands data sharing, and authorizes funding through 2026.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S381. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Senate Committee
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to National Ocean Exploration Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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