Search Results: keywords:"alaska natives representation"

  • S. 190 — To enhance the operations of the North Pacific Research Board.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:588

    S. 190, known as the “North Pacific Research Board Enhancement Act,” aims to improve the operations of the North Pacific Research Board. It proposes changes to the 1998 Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations Act to include a new member who represents...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 190 wants to make the North Pacific Research Board work better by adding someone who knows a lot about Alaska Native traditions to the team, and by allowing the team to use more money for things like organizing if they need it. This way, they can focus on doing important research without too many money worries.

  • S. 4579 — To reauthorize the Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act to promote the protection of the resources of the Northwest Straits, and for other purposes.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:3,065

    S. 4579 aims to reauthorize and amend the Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Act to further protect and restore the marine resources of the Northwest Straits region in Washington State. The bill outlines the composition and duties of the Northwest Straits...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 4579 is a plan to keep the ocean animals and plants in the Northwest Straits area safe and healthy, by having a group of people and tribes work together and listen to others about how best to take care of them. They plan to work with scientists and helpers to make the water and sea life better for everyone.