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H.R. 3340

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act

Introduced May 13, 2025Latest action Feb 23, 2026Public Lands and Natural Resources

Plain-English summary

Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act This bill directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to publish geospatial data related to public recreational use of federal waterways (e. g. , boating and fishing). Under the bill, NOAA must consult with relevant stakeholders (including state and local governments, Indian tribes, and Native Hawaiian organizations) to develop and adopt standards for the coordination and dissemination of geospatial data relating to fishing restrictions and recreational vessels' use of federal waterways, including the exclusive economic zone of the United States (EEZ).

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Sponsors, Cosponsors & House Votes

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Official Subjects

Public Lands and Natural ResourcesGovernment information and archivesHunting and fishingGeography and mappingNavigation, waterways, harborsOutdoor recreationInternet, web applications, social media

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