Shellfish Indicator Research Act

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Shellfish Indicator Research Act - Directs the Chief Scientist of the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration to establish a shellfish indicator research program, including: (1) an environmental assessment of U.S. commercial shellfish growing areas, including the relationships between sewage contamination and human enteric pathogens; (2) an evaluation of such relationships to potential risks to public health; (3) a comparison of current microbiological and new technological methods; (4) design of epidemiological methodology regarding actual risks to human health; and (5) recommendations for improving the capabilities of Federal and State sanitation regulatory agencies to effectively manage and regulate shellfish resources. Requires the program to evaluate representative estuaries and make recommendations pertaining to shellfish management for specified shellfish growing regions. Directs the Chief Scientist to make grants to carry out the program according to a specified timetable. Sets forth the factors the Chief Scientist must consider in deciding whether to award assistance. Directs the Chief Scientist to consult with the Environmental Protection Agency, the Departm…