Bill would map federal ocean rules for boaters, anglers, and divers
Placed on the calendarH.R. 3340Latest action
Sponsor: Russell Fry · Representative · SC
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Official title: Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
Introduced:
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HR 3340 requires a single online map of federal ocean rules for boaters, anglers, and divers within about four years.
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What does this do?
The bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to build one easy-to-use online map system showing fishing restrictions, open/closed boating and diving areas, speed and motor limits, protected zones like marine sanctuaries, and navigation data such as depths and charts. This information must be published within about four years and updated regularly, with sensitive data like archaeological sites or private fishing data kept confidential.
Who does it affect?
Recreational boaters, anglers, and divers using federal ocean waters are directly affected, along with state governments, tribes, nonprofits, and companies that manage or study ocean areas.
Why does it matter?
The bill does not change existing laws on water control or fisheries management; it only requires organizing and publishing existing information, while preserving tribal fishing rights and consultation requirements.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMay 13, 2025
- House committee
- House voteYou are here · Feb 23, 2026
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 438.