2025-16455Notice

NOAA Issues Permit to Safeguard Marine Mammals During Key Activities

Published Date: 8/28/2025

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Summary

Good news for marine life lovers! A new permit under the Marine Mammal Protection Act has been issued, allowing certain activities that affect marine mammals and endangered species. This means businesses and researchers can move forward with their projects while still keeping ocean animals safe and sound.

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MMPA Permit Lets Projects Proceed

A permit under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) has been issued that allows certain activities affecting marine mammals and endangered species. This lets businesses and researchers move forward with their projects while the permit framework aims to protect ocean animals.

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Key Dates

Published Date
8/28/2025

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