HR 4310 · 102th Congress · Environmental Protection

National Marine Sanctuaries Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 1992

Introduced 1992-02-25· Sponsored by Rep. Hertel, Dennis M. [D-MI-14]· House

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Latest: Text of Measure Incorporated in H.R.5617 (Title II).(1992-10-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Title I: Reauthorization and Improvement of National Marine Sanctuaries Program - National Marine Sanctuaries Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 1992 - Amends the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972 to modify: (1) various definitions; (2) the factors to be considered, and the procedures to be used, in designating sanctuaries; (3) reporting requirements; and (4) provisions relating to certain access and use rights. Prohibits destruction or injury of any marine sanctuary resource and related acts. Provides for enforcement. Replaces provisions relating to promotion and coordination of research with provisions mandating research, monitoring, and education programs. Replaces provisions authorizing cooperative agreements and acceptance of donations with provisions authorizing: (1) cooperative and other agreements and grants; (2) the acceptance of donations; and (3) the acquisition of property. Makes any person who destroys or injures any sanctuary resource liable to the United States for the response costs, damages, and interest on those costs and damages (currently, for the response costs and damages). Provides for liability in rem. Removes the dollar limit on t…

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Cosponsors (9)

7 Democrats2 Republicans