Summary: The CEQ Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force issued its Interim Report today. The report provides proposals for a comprehensive national approach to uphold our stewardship responsibilities and ensure accountability for our actions. Additionally, the report outlines a more balanced, productive and sustainable approach to our ocean resources.

The Task Force is seeking input on its work from interested communities, governments, tribes, businesses, associations, non-governmental organizations and the general public. Comments should be focused on one of the five following topics: National Policy, Framework for Policy Coordination, Implementation Strategies, Marine Spatial Planning or Emerging Issues on Ocean, Coasts and Great Lakes Policy.

Date Released: September 17, 2009

More Information: More information on the report is at http://www.whitehouse.gov/administration/eop/ceq/initiatives/oceans/interimreport/

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