Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act

Legislation pertaining to ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, shipping/port infrastructure, fishing regulations (incl. red snapper, greater amberjack, gray triggerfish), Fishery Management Council appointments, fisheries and the Magnuson-Stevens Act generally, fishery disaster assistance, ocean exploration and mapping, climate change, marine debris, regional ocean data portals and partnerships, ocean data legislation generally, international ocean climate issues, Senate appointed position including DOC, CEQ, DOI, NOAA, implementing regulations of NEPA, GHG and NEPA. Marine Wildlife, Fisheries H.R. 59 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act H.R.404/S.273 - Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act of 2021 H.R. 628 - Shellfish Aquaculture Improvement Act of 2021 H.R. 4696 - To reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, and for other purposes. H.R. 5770 - To improve the management of forage fish. H.R. 5973 - To reauthorize the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of 1990, and for other purposes. H.R. 6180 - To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to encourage elimination of lionfish from United States waters by allowing individuals to exchange lionfish for tags authorizing fishing for certain species in addition to the number of such species otherwise authorized to be taken by such individuals, and for other purposes H.R.5770 - To improve the management of forage fish. H.R.6180- To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to encourage elimination of lionfish from United States waters by allowing individuals to exchange lionfish for tags authorizing fishing for certain species in addition to the number of such species otherwise authorized to be taken by such individuals, and for other purposes H.R.7042/S.3765 - To provide assistance to American fisheries participants to comply with Federal regulations to protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale by reducing the risk of incidental entanglement in fishing gear. Ocean Acidification/Water Quality H.R.74 - Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act H.R.160 - Restoring Resilient Reefs Act of 2021 H.R.565/S.66 - South Florida Clean Coastal Waters Act of 2021 H.R.1447 - COAST Research Act of 2021 H.R.1954 - To amend the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to clarify that during a lapse in appropriations certain services relating to the Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecasting System are excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act, and for other purposes. H.R.2155 - To require the Corps of Engineers to notify affected communities before releasing water contaminated with cyanobacteria from flood risk management projects, and for other purposes. H.R.2158 - To require the Corps of Engineers to prohibit certain discharges of water at Lake Okeechobee, and for other purposes. H.R.2533 - To provide for a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examining the impact of ocean acidification and other stressors in estuarine environments. H.R. 4381 - To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS, and for other purposes. H.R. 4597 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make certain projects and activities eligible for financial assistance under a State water pollution control revolving fund, and for other purposes. H.R. 4677 - To direct restoration and protection of the New York-New Jersey watersheds and estuaries hydrologically connected to New York-New Jersey Harbor, and for other purposes. H.R. 4729 - To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to allow the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and other agencies to provide grants, assistance, studies, Federal coordination, and essential restoration and protection of the Mississippi River Corridor for the purpose of sustaining critical environmental services and the major U.S. economies that depend on them and for other purposes H.R. 5504 - To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Agriculture to maintain the Urban Waters Federal Partnership Program, and for other purposes. H.R. 5849 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the definition of navigable waters, and for other purposes. H.R. 5958 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to increase the civil and criminal penalties for oil spills, and for other purposes. H.R. 5987 - To amend the Toxic Substances Control Act with respect to the PFAS data call, and for other purposes. H.R.5973/S.3069 - To reauthorize the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of 1990, and for other purposes. H.R.6765- To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 with respect to the application of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure rule to certain farms, and for other purposes. H.R.7206- To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to include algal blooms in the definition of a major disaster, and for other purposes. H.R. 7950 - To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to increase funding for stormwater management for Atlanta, Georgia, and for other purposes. S.4248 - A bill to enhance pipeline safety and oil spill preparedness and response, particularly in the Great Lakes Basin, and for other purposes. S.4496 - Climate Change H.R.501/S.216 - Climate Smart Ports Act H.R.660 - Shovel-Ready Restoration Grants for Coastlines and Fisheries Act of 2021 H.R. 862 - Climate Action Planning for Ports Act of 2021 H.R.1415 - Tribal Coastal Resiliency Act H.R.1512 - The CLEAN Future Act H.R.2021/S.872 - Environmental Justice for All Act H.R.4235 - To require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to award grants to certain entities for purposes of carrying out climate-resilient living shoreline projects that protect coastal communities, and for other purposes H.R. 5707 - To provide for a moratorium on oil and gas leasing and exploration on the outer Continental Shelf off the coast of Florida until 2032, and for other purposes. H.R. 5965 - To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a pilot program to enter into contracts for payment of costs associated with using eligible hydrogen, and for other purposes. H.R.6654/S.3621- A bill to direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish to establish a National Climate Adaptation Science Center and Regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers to respond to the effects of extreme weather events and climate trends, and for other purposes. H.R.6492- To establish a climate resilience workforce, and for other purposes. H.R.8090 - To reauthorize funding for the Reclamation Climate Change and Water Program. H.R.6654/S.3621 - A bill to direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish to establish a National Climate Adaptation Science Center and Regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers to respond to the effects of extreme weather events and climate trends, and for other purposes. S. 3156 - A bill to require Federal agencies to maintain plans for responding to, mitigating, and adapting to climate change, and for other purposes. S.2613- A bill to provide for climate change planning, mitigation, adaptation, and resilience in the United States Territories and Freely Associated States, and for other purposes. S.2836 - A bill to improve revegetation and carbon sequestration activities in the United States, and for other purposes. S.4280 - A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to remove carbon dioxide directly from ambient air or seawater, and for other purposes. S.4420 - A bill to provide for advancements in carbon removal research, quantification, and commercialization, including by harnessing natural processes, and for other purposes. Ocean Data H.R.6680 - To establish the Integrated Blue Economy and Blue Energy Technologies Program, and a Blue Economy Center of Excellence, to support research and development of blue energy technologies. H.R.7792 - To provide for a national water data framework, and for other purposes. H.R.7797 - To direct the Secretary of the Army to carry out a study relating to projects to restore the Florida Central Gulf Coastal Shellfish and Seagrass habitat, and for other purposes H.R.7970 - To establish Ocean Innovation Clusters to strengthen the coastal communities and ocean economy of the United States through technological research and development, job training, and cross-sector partnerships, and for other purposes. S.140 - BLUE GLOBE Act S. 381 - National Ocean Exploration Act Marine Debris H.R.587 - Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II H.R.2238/S.984 - Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. H.R.7861 -To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to promulgate certain limitations with respect to pre-production plastic pellet pollution, and for other purposes. H.R.8059 - To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out certain activities to improve recycling and composting programs in the United States, and for other purposes S.3956-A bill to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a grant program to improve the effectiveness of education and outreach on "Do Not Flush" labeling, and to require the Federal Trade Commission, in consultation with the Administrator, to issue regulations requiring certain products to have "Do Not Flush" labeling, and for other purposes. S.3743- A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out certain activities to improve recycling and composting programs in the United States, and for other purposes. Other H.R.2750/S. 3245 - To establish an Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes. H.R.3160 - To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to establish a Working Waterfront Task Force and a working waterfronts grant program, and for other purposes. H.R.6705/S.3624- To provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United States, to provide for the conservation and development of water and related resources, and for other purposes. H.R.5896- To incentivize innovative transportation corridors to reduce carbon and GHG emissions, to provide a tax structure that allows for certain investments in public transportation systems, and to enable the fossil fuel workforce to transition to sustainable work sectors. H.R.7776 - To provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United States, to provide for the conservation and development of water and related resources, and for other purposes. H.R.7801 - To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to allow the Secretary of Commerce to establish a Coastal and Estuarine Resilience and Restoration Program, and for other purposes. H.Res.1158 - Recognizing World Oceans Day and the necessity to protect, conserve, maintain, and rebuild our ocean and its resources. H.7654 - Stop NEPA Expansion Act S.3245 - A bill to establish the Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes

Client expense: $285,538 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)

Legislation pertaining to ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, shipping/port infrastructure, fishing regulations (incl. red snapper, greater amberjack, gray triggerfish), Fishery Management Council appointments, fisheries and the Magnuson-Stevens Act generally, fishery disaster assistance, ocean exploration and mapping, climate change, marine debris, regional ocean data portals and partnerships, ocean data legislation generally, international ocean climate issues, Senate appointed position including DOC, CEQ, DOI, NOAA, implementing regulations of NEPA, GHG and NEPA. Marine Wildlife, Fisheries H.R. 59 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act H.R.404/S.273 - Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act of 2021 H.R. 628 - Shellfish Aquaculture Improvement Act of 2021 H.R. 4696 - To reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, and for other purposes. H.R. 5770 - To improve the management of forage fish. H.R. 5973 - To reauthorize the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of 1990, and for other purposes. H.R. 6180 - To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to encourage elimination of lionfish from United States waters by allowing individuals to exchange lionfish for tags authorizing fishing for certain species in addition to the number of such species otherwise authorized to be taken by such individuals, and for other purposes H.R.5770 - To improve the management of forage fish. H.R.6180- To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to encourage elimination of lionfish from United States waters by allowing individuals to exchange lionfish for tags authorizing fishing for certain species in addition to the number of such species otherwise authorized to be taken by such individuals, and for other purposes Ocean Acidification/Water Quality H.R.74 - Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act H.R.160 - Restoring Resilient Reefs Act of 2021 H.R.565/S.66 - South Florida Clean Coastal Waters Act of 2021 H.R.1447 - COAST Research Act of 2021 H.R.1954 - To amend the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to clarify that during a lapse in appropriations certain services relating to the Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecasting System are excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act, and for other purposes. H.R.2155 - To require the Corps of Engineers to notify affected communities before releasing water contaminated with cyanobacteria from flood risk management projects, and for other purposes. H.R.2158 - To require the Corps of Engineers to prohibit certain discharges of water at Lake Okeechobee, and for other purposes. H.R.2533 - To provide for a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examining the impact of ocean acidification and other stressors in estuarine environments. H.R. 4381 - To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS, and for other purposes. H.R. 4597 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make certain projects and activities eligible for financial assistance under a State water pollution control revolving fund, and for other purposes. H.R. 4677 - To direct restoration and protection of the New York-New Jersey watersheds and estuaries hydrologically connected to New York-New Jersey Harbor, and for other purposes. H.R. 4729 - To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to allow the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and other agencies to provide grants, assistance, studies, Federal coordination, and essential restoration and protection of the Mississippi River Corridor for the purpose of sustaining critical environmental services and the major U.S. economies that depend on them and for other purposes H.R. 5504 - To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Agriculture to maintain the Urban Waters Federal Partnership Program, and for other purposes. H.R. 5849 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the definition of navigable waters, and for other purposes. H.R. 5958 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to increase the civil and criminal penalties for oil spills, and for other purposes. H.R. 5987 - To amend the Toxic Substances Control Act with respect to the PFAS data call, and for other purposes. H.R.5973/S.3069 - To reauthorize the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of 1990, and for other purposes. H.R.6765- To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 with respect to the application of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure rule to certain farms, and for other purposes. H.R.7206- To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to include algal blooms in the definition of a major disaster, and for other purposes. Climate Change H.R.501/S.216 - Climate Smart Ports Act H.R.660 - Shovel-Ready Restoration Grants for Coastlines and Fisheries Act of 2021 H.R. 862 - Climate Action Planning for Ports Act of 2021 H.R.1415 - Tribal Coastal Resiliency Act H.R.1512 - The CLEAN Future Act H.R.2021/S.872 - Environmental Justice for All Act H.R.4235 - To require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to award grants to certain entities for purposes of carrying out climate-resilient living shoreline projects that protect coastal communities, and for other purposes H.R. 5707 - To provide for a moratorium on oil and gas leasing and exploration on the outer Continental Shelf off the coast of Florida until 2032, and for other purposes. H.R. 5965 - To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a pilot program to enter into contracts for payment of costs associated with using eligible hydrogen, and for other purposes. H.R.6654/S.3621- A bill to direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish to establish a National Climate Adaptation Science Center and Regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers to respond to the effects of extreme weather events and climate trends, and for other purposes. H.R.6492- To establish a climate resilience workforce, and for other purposes. S. 3156 - A bill to require Federal agencies to maintain plans for responding to, mitigating, and adapting to climate change, and for other purposes. S.2613- A bill to provide for climate change planning, mitigation, adaptation, and resilience in the United States Territories and Freely Associated States, and for other purposes. S.2836 - A bill to improve revegetation and carbon sequestration activities in the United States, and for other purposes. Ocean Data S.140 - BLUE GLOBE Act S. 381 - National Ocean Exploration Act Marine Debris H.R.587 - Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II H.R.2238/S.984 - Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. S.3956-A bill to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a grant program to improve the effectiveness of education and outreach on "Do Not Flush" labeling, and to require the Federal Trade Commission, in consultation with the Administrator, to issue regulations requiring certain products to have "Do Not Flush" labeling, and for other purposes. S.3743- A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to carry out certain activities to improve recycling and composting programs in the United States, and for other purposes. Other H.R.2750/S. 3245 - To establish an Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes. H.R.3160 - To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to establish a Working Waterfront Task Force and a working waterfronts grant program, and for other purposes. H.R.6705/S.3624- To provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United States, to provide for the conservation and development of water and related resources, and for other purposes. H.R.5896- To incentivize innovative transportation corridors to reduce carbon and GHG emissions, to provide a tax structure that allows for certain investments in public transportation systems, and to enable the fossil fuel workforce to transition to sustainable work sectors. S.3245 - A bill to establish the Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes

● Request/organize a virtual meeting with NOAA/NMFS staff on Amendment 53 to the GMFMC Red Grouper FMP ● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion ● Provide Hill staff with State of FL Report on shark fin issues provided by Client

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

● Continue to provide Client with information related to federal passenger safety legislative provisions related to the NTSB accident report on the Conception CA dive boat; provide ongoing information re: USCG interim rule related to updated safety requirements post-accident. Monitoring of related developments in the House 2022 USCG Authorization legislation ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries and the 30x30 conservation provision ● Monitoring and reporting on 1st Qtr House hearing to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act (HR 4690/HR 59) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor NOAA/NMFS activities and congressional legislative efforts to address Marine Mammal Protection Act actions regarding whale migration and protection measures ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels home-ported in California. Tracking of CA oil spill investigation by the Coast Guard ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries Monitor Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulations. Monitor and report on changes to merchant mariner sexual assault/sexual harassment procedures and protections contained in House/Senate MARAD and Coast Guard authorization bills

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

● Provide feedback to Hill staff on H.R. 4057 on seabird conservation ● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Ongoing communications with Hill staff on bycatch & sanctuary initiatives in the region ● Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $15,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Attend Hill staff meeting to discuss MMPA amendments; and support for Clients USDA seafood purchase initiative ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on NOAA presentation re: ESA Section 7 guidance for repair/maintenance of overwater structures in the PACNW region

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $15,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Provide assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization (HR 4690/HR 59); including on forage fish conservation legislation (H.R. 5770; S.1484) and development of a national issue paper ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on national fishery disaster reform legislation ● Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client ● Provide Client with information related to ROMEA staff testimony at House hearing on range of marine natural resource bills; including an MMPA amendment to the NDAA/USCG legislation ● Communications with Hill staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program (SIMP) and vessel tracking requirements (AIS) contained in H.R. 3075/H.R.4521; including a national industry letter to Congress ● Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion ● Provide feedback to Hill staff on marine transit lanes around wind energy sites

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $6,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

● Continue to provide Client with information related to federal passenger safety legislative provisions related to the NTSB accident report on the Conception CA dive boat; provide ongoing information re: USCG interim rule related to updated safety requirements post-accident. Monitoring of related developments in the House 2022 USCG Authorization legislation ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries and the 30x30 conservation provision ● Monitoring and reporting on 1st Qtr House hearing to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act (HR 4690/HR 59) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor NOAA/NMFS activities and congressional legislative efforts to address Marine Mammal Protection Act actions regarding whale migration and protection measures ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels home-ported in California. Monitor Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulations. Monitor and report on changes to merchant mariner sexual assault/sexual harassment procedures and protections contained in House/Senate MARAD and Coast Guard authorization bills Tracking of CA oil spill investigation by the Coast Guard Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on ESA/fisheries issues and report to Client Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries Monitor Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulations. Monitor and report on changes to merchant mariner sexual assault/sexual harassment procedures and protections contained in House/Senate MARAD and Coast Guard authorization bills

Implementation of assistance to seafood processors under HR 113 (Consolidated Appropriations Act/COVID relief) and HR 1319 (American Rescue Plan Act) Fisheries management issues and climate resilience in fisheries management HR 59 (Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act) HR 4690 (Sustaining America's Fisheries for the Future Act) Seafood Competitiveness and Resilience strategy

Client expense: $10,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

Federal legislative and regulatory activities pertaining to the conservation, management and research of New England groundfish stocks and fisheries. Fiscal year appropriations and NOAA spend plans for At-Sea Monitoring and groundfish research. HR4690/HR 59 Magnuson-Stevens Act reauthorization. Draft legislation to provide compensation to fishermen for offshore wind energy development impacts.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $15,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Legislation pertaining to ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, shipping/port infrastructure, fishing regulations (incl. red snapper, greater amberjack, gray triggerfish), Fishery Management Council appointments, fisheries and the Magnuson-Stevens Act generally, fishery disaster assistance, ocean exploration and mapping, climate change, marine debris, regional ocean data portals and partnerships, ocean data legislation generally, international ocean climate issues, Senate appointed position including DOC, CEQ, DOI, NOAA, implementing regulations of NEPA, GHG and NEPA. Marine Wildlife, Fisheries H.R. 59 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act H.R.404/S.273 - Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act of 2021 H.R. 628 - Shellfish Aquaculture Improvement Act of 2021 H.R. 4696 - To reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, and for other purposes. H.R. 5770 - To improve the management of forage fish. H.R. 5973 - To reauthorize the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of 1990, and for other purposes. H.R. 6180 - To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to encourage elimination of lionfish from United States waters by allowing individuals to exchange lionfish for tags authorizing fishing for certain species in addition to the number of such species otherwise authorized to be taken by such individuals, and for other purposes Ocean Acidification/Water Quality H.R.74 - Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act H.R.160 - Restoring Resilient Reefs Act of 2021 H.R.565/S.66 - South Florida Clean Coastal Waters Act of 2021 H.R.1447 - COAST Research Act of 2021 H.R.1954 - To amend the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to clarify that during a lapse in appropriations certain services relating to the Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecasting System are excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act, and for other purposes. H.R.2155 - To require the Corps of Engineers to notify affected communities before releasing water contaminated with cyanobacteria from flood risk management projects, and for other purposes. H.R.2158 - To require the Corps of Engineers to prohibit certain discharges of water at Lake Okeechobee, and for other purposes. H.R.2533 - To provide for a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examining the impact of ocean acidification and other stressors in estuarine environments. H.R. 4381 - To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS, and for other purposes. H.R. 4597 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make certain projects and activities eligible for financial assistance under a State water pollution control revolving fund, and for other purposes. H.R. 4677 - To direct restoration and protection of the New York-New Jersey watersheds and estuaries hydrologically connected to New York-New Jersey Harbor, and for other purposes. H.R. 4729 - To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to allow the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and other agencies to provide grants, assistance, studies, Federal coordination, and essential restoration and protection of the Mississippi River Corridor for the purpose of sustaining critical environmental services and the major U.S. economies that depend on them and for other purposes H.R. 5504 - To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Agriculture to maintain the Urban Waters Federal Partnership Program, and for other purposes. H.R. 5849 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify the definition of navigable waters, and for other purposes. H.R. 5958 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to increase the civil and criminal penalties for oil spills, and for other purposes. H.R. 5987 - To amend the Toxic Substances Control Act with respect to the PFAS data call, and for other purposes. Climate Change H.R.501/S.216 - Climate Smart Ports Act H.R.660 - Shovel-Ready Restoration Grants for Coastlines and Fisheries Act of 2021 H.R. 862 - Climate Action Planning for Ports Act of 2021 H.R.1415 - Tribal Coastal Resiliency Act H.R.1512 - The CLEAN Future Act H.R.2021/S.872 - Environmental Justice for All Act H.R.4235 - To require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to award grants to certain entities for purposes of carrying out climate-resilient living shoreline projects that protect coastal communities, and for other purposes H.R. 5707 - To provide for a moratorium on oil and gas leasing and exploration on the outer Continental Shelf off the coast of Florida until 2032, and for other purposes. H.R. 5965 - To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a pilot program to enter into contracts for payment of costs associated with using eligible hydrogen, and for other purposes. S. 3156 - A bill to require Federal agencies to maintain plans for responding to, mitigating, and adapting to climate change, and for other purposes. Ocean Data S.140 - BLUE GLOBE Act S. 381 - National Ocean Exploration Act Marine Debris H.R.587 - Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II H.R.2238/S.984 - Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. Other H.R.2750/S. 3245 - To establish an Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes. H.R.3160 - To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to establish a Working Waterfront Task Force and a working waterfronts grant program, and for other purposes.

Federal legislative and regulatory activities pertaining to the conservation, management and research of New England groundfish stocks and fisheries. Fiscal year appropriations and NOAA spend plans for At-Sea Monitoring and groundfish research. HR4690/HR 59 Magnuson-Stevens Act reauthorization.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Continue to provide Client with information related to federal passenger safety legislative provisions related to the NTSB accident report on the Conception CA dive boat; provide information on USCG interim rule related to updated safety requirements post-accident. Monitoring of HR 5329/S. 2805 -- Small Passenger Vessel Liability Fairness Act of 2021 â--� Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including the Executive Order #14008 to ensure the Client had the opportunity to provide stakeholder comments on climate impacts to fisheries and the 30x30 conservation provision â--� Monitoring and reporting on 4th Qtr House hearing to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act 9HR 4690/HR 59) â--� Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study â--� Monitor NOAA/NMFS activities and congressional legislative efforts to address Marine Mammal Protection Act actions regarding whale migration and protection measures â--� Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels home-ported in California. Tracking of CA oil spill investigation by the Coast Guard â--� Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075 â--� Communications with Hill staff on bycatch & sanctuary initiatives in the region â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment amendments to the NDAA â--� Monitor virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $15,000

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations; assist Client with written submission for the hearing record â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075; Client signs national letter on HR 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment and regional fishery management council amendments to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075; Client signs national letter on HR 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion â--� Provide Client with information on the USCG vessel crew requirements

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075; Client signs national letter on HR 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion â--� Provide Client with information on the USCG vessel crew requirements

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075; Client signs national letter on HR 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate with Client in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075; Client signs national letter on HR 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion â--� Client signs a national ocean policy letter on the Administrations 30x30 ocean initiative

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $15,000

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, White House Office

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075; Client signs national letter on HR 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment and regional fishery management council amendments to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate in Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Provide ongoing assistance/ input to Hill staff on a MSA reauthorization hearing (HR 4690/HR 59); submit hearing questions and follow-up questions for the record; help with staff/witness preparations â--� Communications with Hill Staff on expansion of the seafood import monitoring program and vessel tracking requirements contained in H.R. 3075; Client signs national letter on HR 3075 â--� Ongoing communications with staff on: status of fishery disaster reform legislation (S.2923); forage fish legislation (S.1484); and marine mammal amendment and regional fishery management council amendments to the NDAA â--� Monitor and participate in virtual NOAA CCC meeting on national fisheries issues and report to Client â--� Participate with Client on Hill staff marine fisheries group roundtable discussion

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $6,000

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE

â--� Continue to provide Client with information related to federal passenger safety legislative provisions related to the NTSB accident report on the Conception CA dive boat; provide information on USCG interim rule related to updated safety requirements post-accident. Monitoring of HR 5329/S. 2805 -- Small Passenger Vessel Liability Fairness Act of 2021. â--� Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including the Executive Order #14008 to ensure the Client had the opportunity to provide stakeholder comments on climate impacts to fisheries and the 30x30 conservation provision â--� Monitoring and reporting on 4th Qtr House hearing to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act 9HR 4690/HR 59) â--� Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study â--� Monitor NOAA/NMFS activities and congressional legislative efforts to address Marine Mammal Protection Act actions regarding whale migration and protection measures â--� Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels home-ported in California. â--� Monitor status of fishery disaster allocations/disbursement process of the additional COVID assistance provided in HR 133 â--� Continue monitoring and reporting on CDC & USCG COVID-19 guidance for masking of passengers and employees on board sportfishing/ecotourism charter vessels Tracking of CA oil spill investigation by the Coast Guard. Monitor all other USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fishieries.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $9,000

Implementation of assistance to seafood processors under HR 113 (Consolidated Appropriations Act/COVID relief) and HR 1319 (American Rescue Plan Act) Fisheries management issues and climate resilience in fisheries management HR 59 (Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act) HR 4690 (Sustaining America's Fisheries for the Future Act)

Client expense: $10,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Legislation pertaining to ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, shipping/port infrastructure, fishing regulations (incl. red snapper, greater amberjack, gray triggerfish), Fishery Management Council appointments, fisheries and the Magnuson-Stevens Act generally, fishery disaster assistance, ocean exploration and mapping, climate change, marine debris, regional ocean data portals and partnerships, ocean data legislation generally, international ocean climate issues, Senate appointed position including DOC, CEQ, DOI, NOAA, implementing regulations of NEPA, GHG and NEPA. Marine Wildlife, Fisheries H.R. 59 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act H.R.404/S.273 - Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act of 2021 H.R. 628 - Shellfish Aquaculture Improvement Act of 2021 H.R. 4696 - To reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, and for other purposes. Ocean Acidification/Water Quality H.R.74 - Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act H.R.160 - Restoring Resilient Reefs Act of 2021 H.R.565/S.66 - South Florida Clean Coastal Waters Act of 2021 H.R.1447 - COAST Research Act of 2021 H.R.1954 - To amend the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to clarify that during a lapse in appropriations certain services relating to the Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecasting System are excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act, and for other purposes. H.R.2155 - To require the Corps of Engineers to notify affected communities before releasing water contaminated with cyanobacteria from flood risk management projects, and for other purposes. H.R.2158 - To require the Corps of Engineers to prohibit certain discharges of water at Lake Okeechobee, and for other purposes. H.R.2533 - To provide for a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examining the impact of ocean acidification and other stressors in estuarine environments. H.R. 4381 - To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS, and for other purposes. H.R. 4597 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make certain projects and activities eligible for financial assistance under a State water pollution control revolving fund, and for other purposes. H.R. 4677 - To direct restoration and protection of the New York-New Jersey watersheds and estuaries hydrologically connected to New York-New Jersey Harbor, and for other purposes. H.R. 4729 - To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to allow the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and other agencies to provide grants, assistance, studies, Federal coordination, and essential restoration and protection of the Mississippi River Corridor for the purpose of sustaining critical environmental services and the major U.S. economies that depend on them and for other purposes Climate Change H.R.501/S.216 - Climate Smart Ports Act H.R.660 - Shovel-Ready Restoration Grants for Coastlines and Fisheries Act of 2021 H.R. 862 - Climate Action Planning for Ports Act of 2021 H.R.1415 - Tribal Coastal Resiliency Act H.R.1512 - The CLEAN Future Act H.R.2021/S.872 - Environmental Justice for All Act H.R.4235 - To require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to award grants to certain entities for purposes of carrying out climate-resilient living shoreline projects that protect coastal communities, and for other purposes Ocean Data S.140 - BLUE GLOBE Act S. 381 - National Ocean Exploration Act Marine Debris H.R.587 - Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II H.R.2238/S.984 - Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. Other H.R.2750 - To establish an Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes. H.R.3160 - To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to establish a Working Waterfront Task Force and a working waterfronts grant program, and for other purposes.

Legislation pertaining to ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, shipping/port infrastructure, fishing regulations (incl. red snapper, greater amberjack, gray triggerfish), Fishery Management Council appointments, fisheries and the Magnuson-Stevens Act generally, fishery disaster assistance, ocean exploration and mapping, climate change, marine debris, regional ocean data portals and partnerships, ocean data legislation generally, international ocean climate issues, Senate appointed position including DOC, CEQ, DOI, NOAA, implementing regulations of NEPA, GHG and NEPA. Marine Wildlife, Fisheries H.R. 59 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act H.R.404/S.273 - Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act of 2021 H.R. 628 - Shellfish Aquaculture Improvement Act of 2021 H.R. 4696 - To reauthorize and amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, and for other purposes. Ocean Acidification/Water Quality H.R.74 - Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act H.R.160 - Restoring Resilient Reefs Act of 2021 H.R.565/S.66 - South Florida Clean Coastal Waters Act of 2021 H.R.1447 - COAST Research Act of 2021 H.R.1954 - To amend the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to clarify that during a lapse in appropriations certain services relating to the Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecasting System are excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act, and for other purposes. H.R.2155 - To require the Corps of Engineers to notify affected communities before releasing water contaminated with cyanobacteria from flood risk management projects, and for other purposes. H.R.2158 - To require the Corps of Engineers to prohibit certain discharges of water at Lake Okeechobee, and for other purposes. H.R.2533 - To provide for a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examining the impact of ocean acidification and other stressors in estuarine environments. H.R. 4381 - To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to issue guidance on minimizing the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS, and for other purposes. H.R. 4597 - To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make certain projects and activities eligible for financial assistance under a State water pollution control revolving fund, and for other purposes. H.R. 4677 - To direct restoration and protection of the New York-New Jersey watersheds and estuaries hydrologically connected to New York-New Jersey Harbor, and for other purposes. H.R. 4729 - To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to allow the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and other agencies to provide grants, assistance, studies, Federal coordination, and essential restoration and protection of the Mississippi River Corridor for the purpose of sustaining critical environmental services and the major U.S. economies that depend on them and for other purposes Climate Change H.R.501/S.216 - Climate Smart Ports Act H.R.660 - Shovel-Ready Restoration Grants for Coastlines and Fisheries Act of 2021 H.R. 862 - Climate Action Planning for Ports Act of 2021 H.R.1415 - Tribal Coastal Resiliency Act H.R.1512 - The CLEAN Future Act H.R.2021/S.872 - Environmental Justice for All Act H.R.4235 - To require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to award grants to certain entities for purposes of carrying out climate-resilient living shoreline projects that protect coastal communities, and for other purposes Ocean Data S.140 - BLUE GLOBE Act S. 381 - National Ocean Exploration Act Marine Debris H.R.587 - Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II H.R.2238/S.984 - Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act H.R. 5306 - To direct the Secretary of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of any naval vessel that is a viable candidate for artificial reefing, and for other purposes. Other H.R.2750 - To establish an Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes. H.R.3160 - To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to establish a Working Waterfront Task Force and a working waterfronts grant program, and for other purposes.

Implementation of assistance to seafood processors under HR 113 (Consolidated Appropriations Act/COVID relief) and HR 1319 (American Rescue Plan Act) Fisheries management issues and climate resilience in fisheries management HR 59 (Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act) HR 4690 (Sustaining America's Fisheries for the Future Act)

Client expense: $10,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Legislation pertaining to ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, harmful algal blooms, shipping/port infrastructure, fishing regulations (incl. red snapper, greater amberjack, gray triggerfish), Fishery Management Council appointments, fisheries and the Magnuson-Stevens Act generally, fishery disaster assistance, ocean exploration and mapping, climate change, marine debris, regional ocean data portals and partnerships, ocean data legislation generally, international ocean climate issues, Senate appointed position including DOC, CEQ, DOI, NOAA, implementing regulations of NEPA, GHG and NEPA. Marine Wildlife, Fisheries H.R. 59 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act H.R.404/S.273 - Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act of 2021 H.R. 628 - Shellfish Aquaculture Improvement Act of 2021 Ocean Acidification/Water Quality H.R.74 - Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act H.R.160 - Restoring Resilient Reefs Act of 2021 H.R.565/S.66 - South Florida Clean Coastal Waters Act of 2021 H.R.1447 - COAST Research Act of 2021 H.R.1954 - To amend the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to clarify that during a lapse in appropriations certain services relating to the Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecasting System are excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act, and for other purposes. H.R.2155 - To require the Corps of Engineers to notify affected communities before releasing water contaminated with cyanobacteria from flood risk management projects, and for other purposes. H.R.2158 - To require the Corps of Engineers to prohibit certain discharges of water at Lake Okeechobee, and for other purposes. H.R.2533 - To provide for a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examining the impact of ocean acidification and other stressors in estuarine environments. Climate Change H.R.501/S.216 - Climate Smart Ports Act H.R.660 - Shovel-Ready Restoration Grants for Coastlines and Fisheries Act of 2021 H.R. 862 - Climate Action Planning for Ports Act of 2021 H.R.1415 - Tribal Coastal Resiliency Act H.R.1512 - The CLEAN Future Act H.R.2021/S.872 - Environmental Justice for All Act H.R.4235 - To require the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to award grants to certain entities for purposes of carrying out climate-resilient living shoreline projects that protect coastal communities, and for other purposes Ocean Data S.140 - BLUE GLOBE Act S. 381 - National Ocean Exploration Act Marine Debris H.R.587 - Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II H.R.2238/S.984 - Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act Other H.R.2750 - To establish an Interagency Working Group on Coastal Blue Carbon, and for other purposes. H.R.3160 - To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to establish a Working Waterfront Task Force and a working waterfronts grant program, and for other purposes.

Implementation of assistance to fishery participants and seafood processors in relief efforts under HR 113 (Consolidated Appropriations Act/COVID relief) and HR 1319 (American Rescue Plan Act) and comments under USDA food supply chain resilience EO Fisheries management issues and climate resilience in fisheries management HR 59 (Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act)

Client expense: $10,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Legislation pertaining to ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, harmful algal blooms, shipping/port infrastructure, fishing regulations (incl. red snapper, greater amberjack, gray triggerfish), Fishery Management Council appointments, fisheries and the Magnuson-Stevens Act generally, fishery disaster assistance, ocean exploration and mapping, climate change, marine debris, regional ocean data portals and partnerships, ocean data legislation generally, international ocean climate issues, Senate appointed position including DOC, CEQ, DOI, implementing regulations of NEPA, GHG and NEPA. Marine Wildlife, Fisheries H.R. 59 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act H.R.404/S.273 - Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act of 2021 H.R. 628 - Shellfish Aquaculture Improvement Act of 2021 Ocean Acidification/Water Quality H.R.74 - Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act H.R.160 - Restoring Resilient Reefs Act of 2021 H.R.565/S.66 - South Florida Clean Coastal Waters Act of 2021 H.R.1447 - COAST Research Act of 2021 H.R.1954 - To amend the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to clarify that during a lapse in appropriations certain services relating to the Harmful Algal Bloom Operational Forecasting System are excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act, and for other purposes. H.R.2155 - To require the Corps of Engineers to notify affected communities before releasing water contaminated with cyanobacteria from flood risk management projects, and for other purposes. H.R.2158 - To require the Corps of Engineers to prohibit certain discharges of water at Lake Okeechobee, and for other purposes. Climate Change H.R.501/S.216 - Climate Smart Ports Act H.R.660 - Shovel-Ready Restoration Grants for Coastlines and Fisheries Act of 2021 H.R. 862 - Climate Action Planning for Ports Act of 2021 H.R.1415 - Tribal Coastal Resiliency Act H.R.1512 - The CLEAN Future Act H.R.2021/S.872 - Environmental Justice for All Act Ocean Data S.140 - BLUE GLOBE Act S. 381 - National Ocean Exploration Act Marine Debris H.R.587 - Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II H.R.2238/S.984 - Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act

Assistance to fishery participants and seafood processors in relief efforts under HR 113 (Consolidated Appropriations Act/COVID relief) and HR 1319 (American Rescue Plan Act) Fisheries management issues and climate resilience in fisheries management HR 59 (Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act)

Client expense: $10,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)