H.R.676 — Coastal Communities Ocean Acidification Act of 2023
House Roll Call
H.R.676
| Bill | H.R.676 — Coastal Communities Ocean Acidification Act of 2023 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 351 / Nay 58 / Present 0 / Not Voting 25 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 152 | 58 | 0 | 11 |
| D | 199 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 676 - Coastal Communities Ocean Acidification Act of 2023
The Coastal Communities Ocean Acidification Act of 2023 (HR 676) aims to address the impacts of ocean acidification on coastal communities and marine ecosystems. The bill establishes a framework for research, monitoring, and mitigation strategies to support coastal economies that rely on healthy marine environments.
Key Provisions:
- Research and Monitoring: The bill mandates the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to enhance research on ocean acidification, focusing on its effects on marine life, particularly shellfish and coral reefs, which are vital to coastal economies.
- Community Engagement: It encourages collaboration between NOAA and local communities, including fishermen, aquaculture operators, and indigenous groups, to develop localized strategies for adaptation and resilience.
- Funding: The legislation authorizes appropriations for NOAA to implement these initiatives, although specific funding levels are not detailed in the bill text. It emphasizes the need for federal support to bolster state and local efforts in addressing ocean acidification.
Agencies Affected: The primary agency involved is NOAA, which will lead research and community engagement efforts. Other federal and state agencies may also be involved in implementing programs related to marine resource management.
Beneficiaries: Coastal communities, particularly those dependent on fisheries and aquaculture, will benefit from enhanced understanding and management of ocean acidification. The bill aims to protect livelihoods and promote sustainable practices in marine resource use.
Key Timelines: Following its introduction, HR 676 has been received in the Senate, where it has been read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for further consideration. The timeline for potential hearings, amendments, or votes has not been specified, but the bill’s progress will be closely monitored as it moves through the legislative process.
This legislation represents a proactive approach to mitigating the challenges posed by ocean acidification, fostering resilience in coastal economies and ecosystems.
Yea (351)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
L
Larry Bucshon
C
Cori Bush
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jerry Carl
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
D
David Cicilline
G
Gerald Connolly
A
Anthony D'Esposito
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Duarte
A
Anna Eshoo
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
R
Ruben Gallego
M
Mike Garcia
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
B
Bill Johnson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Barbara Lee
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Rutherford
J
John Sarbanes
D
David Schweikert
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
C
Chris Stewart
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
D
David Trone
N
Nydia Velázquez
M
Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (58)
D
Dan Bishop
K
Ken Buck
M
Michael Burgess
J
Jeff Duncan
B
Bob Good
M
Mark Green
D
Debbie Lesko
A
Alexander Mooney
M
Matthew Rosendale
P
Pete Sessions
Not Voting (25)
M
Matt Cartwright
J
Jason Crow
A
A. Ferguson
J
John Garamendi
R
Raúl Grijalva
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
K
Katie Porter
G
George Santos
