Regional and State Ocean Activities Summary
The following tables provide summary information on regional ocean governance activities in the U.S. The document focuses on regional and state-level initiatives that reflect in many respects the recommendations of the Commissions with regard to implementation of ecosystem-based management. The first section summarizes initiatives begun prior to release of the Commissions’ reports. The second focuses on those initiated afterward and includes a subsection on recent state-level activities. The third highlights examples of processes initiated by nongovernmental organizations, academic institutions, or by public-private partnerships.
This is a living document that is updated as existing initiatives evolve and new ones begin. It is not intended to capture all ocean management activities, but instead is a highlight of current progress. For example, the Regional Fishery Management Councils, Interstate Fishery Commissions, and many state-level coastal management activities, although important, are not included in this summary.
Regional and State Ocean Activities Summary
