Join Virtual Chat on Ocean Programs with Sea Grant Board
Published Date: 11/21/2025
Notice
Summary
The National Sea Grant Advisory Board is holding a virtual meeting on December 16-17, 2025, to talk about improving ocean and coastal programs that help communities, scientists, and businesses. Anyone interested can join, share ideas, or send comments by December 9. This meeting helps guide smart decisions about ocean science and education, making sure funds and efforts are used wisely.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Public Comment Opportunities and Deadlines
You can participate in the National Sea Grant Advisory Board virtual meeting and make a verbal public comment on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:15 p.m. EST, but each verbal presentation is generally limited to three (3) minutes. If you prefer to submit written comments, they must be received by Ms. Susan Holmes by Tuesday, December 9, 2025 so the Board can review them before the meeting; comments received after December 9 will be distributed to the Board but may not be reviewed prior to the meeting.
Accessibility Accommodations Available
The virtual Board meeting is accessible to people with disabilities, and if you need sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids you should request them from Ms. Susan Holmes by Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Requests made by that date will allow the Board to arrange the requested accommodations for the meeting.
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