A bill to assist in the conservation of marine turtles and the nesting habitats of marine turtles in foreign countries.
Allows a project proposal to be submitted by: (1) any wildlife management authority of a country that has within its boundaries marine turtle nesting habitats if such authority's activities affect marine turtle conservation; or (2) any person or group with the demonstrated expertise required for the conservation of such turtles.
Sets forth requirements for project elements, review, approval, and reporting.
Establishes the Marine Turtle Conservation Fund in the Multinational Species Conservation Fund.
Authorizes the Secretary to convene an advisory group of individuals representing public and private organizations actively involved in the conservation of marine turtles.
Authorizes appropriations for FY 2004 through 2008.
Introduced in Senate
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S8095-8096)
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Committee on Environment and Public Works. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.
Committee on Environment and Public Works. Reported by Senator Jeffords with amendments. With written report No. 107-303.
Committee on Environment and Public Works. Reported by Senator Jeffords with amendments. With written report No. 107-303.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 691.
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