S513Referred to Committee

Help Our Kelp Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-02-11
Introduced
5
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Jeff Merkley
Jeff Merkley
Democrat · OR · Senator
Votes with party: 65.3% (323 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/M001176

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (5)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

2025-02-11

Source: Congress.gov

Plain-English Summary

This bill would likely establish or expand programs to support kelp farming and harvesting in U.S. waters, potentially providing funding, research, or regulatory support for the kelp industry. Kelp farming could help coastal communities economically while also providing environmental benefits like carbon sequestration and improved water quality. The bill affects fishing communities, environmental organizations, and coastal states interested in sustainable ocean resources.

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Public Lands and Natural Resources
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