A bill to amend the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972 to authorize appropriations for such Act for fiscal years 1984 and 1985 and for other purposes.

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972 to consolidate various reporting requirements into an annual report to Congress due each March. Includes within National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) long-term research activities: (1) techniques to define and quantify marine environment degradation; (2) assessment of marine adaptability; (3) continuation of ongoing monitoring programs; and (4) dumping improvements. Requires the Environmental Protection Agency: (1) in cooperation with Federal, State, and local agencies to study comprehensive regional waste management plans; and (2) in cooperation with NOAA, to report to Congress within one year on sewage sludge disposal options in the New York area. Authorizes FY 1984 and 1985 authorizations, including amounts for such New York study.…