114-hr-6430114th Congress

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Assessment Act

Sponsored By: Representative Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]

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Summary

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Assessment Act This bill directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to assess and report on the cultural and historic resources in the waters of the Great Lakes. NOAA must recommend in its report whether: (1) underwater geographic areas in the Great Lakes should be designated as national marine sanctuaries to protect resources of historical and archeological significance; and (2) the designation of a network of underwater Great Lakes areas that protect those resources could bring significant educational opportunities, economic development, jobs, and tourism to the Great Lakes region.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]

OH • D

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Benishek, Dan [R-MI-1]

    MI • R

    Sponsored 12/2/2016

  • Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]

    IL • D

    Sponsored 12/2/2016

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