Discussion · House of Representatives
Bruce Westerman Republican
“I support this bill. It requires the government to put ocean data online in an easy format. Boaters and fishers need to see water closures, speed limits, and fishing rules so they can stay safe.”
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of S. 759, the Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act, sponsored by Senator Cruz from Texas. This legislation would require NOAA to make certain data easily accessible to the multiple users of our ocean resources. Recreational and commercial industries operating on America’s waterways need large amounts of data, including waterway closures, speed limits, and fishing restrictions. Senator Cruz’ legislation directs NOAA to work with stakeholders and the public to determine what data to include, then publish it online in a user-friendly format. I thank Representative Fry of South Carolina, the sponsor of companion legislation in the House of Representatives, for his leadership on this initiative that will enhance safety and improve the recreational experience for ocean users. I reserve the balance of my time.”
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of S. 759, the Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act, sponsored by Senator Cruz from Texas. This legislation would require NOAA to make certain data easily accessible to the multiple users of our ocean resources. Recreational and commercial industries operating on America’s waterways need large amounts of data, including waterway closures, speed limits, and fishing restrictions. Senator Cruz’ legislation directs NOAA to work with stakeholders and the public to determine what data to include, then publish it online in a user-friendly format. I thank Representative Fry of South Carolina, the sponsor of companion legislation in the House of Representatives, for his leadership on this initiative that will enhance safety and improve the recreational experience for ocean users. I reserve the balance of my time.