This bill extends the authorization for the Regional Ocean Partnerships program, which coordinates ocean management and conservation efforts across different regions, through fiscal year 2031. The legislation increases funding for the program with amounts ranging from approximately $11.6 million to $11.9 million annually between 2028 and 2031, allowing the program to continue operating and growing slightly each year. The bill also requires the program to submit progress reports to Congress, with an additional report due within five years of the law's enactment. This reauthorization primarily affects federal ocean management agencies and regional partnerships involved in coastal and marine resource coordination, ensuring they have sustained funding and clear expectations for accountability over the next several years.
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