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US SB843

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Edward Markey

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance Grant Program administered by the Secretary of Commerce to support rescue, rehabilitation, and release of stranded sea turtles

  • Authorizes grants to coastal states, territories, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions engaged in sea turtle conservation efforts

  • Requires grant recipients to coordinate with NOAA's Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network and follow established protocols for handling protected species

  • Prioritizes funding for facilities that provide veterinary care, maintain rehabilitation capacity, and conduct post-release monitoring of sea turtles

  • Authorizes appropriations for the grant program through fiscal year 2030

Legislative Description

Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act of 2025

Animals

Last Action

Held at the desk.

3/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce, Science, And Transportation3/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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