mr SEBASTIAN O'KELLY

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022), including addition of the legislation to unrelated legislation (HR 4521, United States Innovation & Competion Act). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act.

● 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

● Continue to provide Client with information related to legislative progress of House and Senate Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S. 4802) ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on proposed offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Monitor NOAA/NMFS activities and congressional legislative efforts to address Marine Mammal Protection Act actions regarding whale migration and protection measures; including efforts by Congress to amend USCG legislation to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels home-ported in California. ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including and sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes

● Provide Client with information related to passage of the NDAA which included the 2022 Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S 4802); and addressed the retroactive liability provisions for the CA dive boat Conception accident as well as changes in sexual assault/harassment protections and procedures for vessel crew. ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Report to Client on Marine Mammal Protection Act provisions contained in the NDAA to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels on the West Coast ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor & report to Client on US Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes Monitor and report to Client on US Coast Guard final rule on survival raft equipment requirements

● Provide Client with information related to passage of the NDAA which included the 2022 Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S 4802); and addressed the retroactive liability provisions for the CA dive boat Conception accident as well as changes in sexual assault/harassment protections and procedures for vessel crew. ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Report to Client on Marine Mammal Protection Act provisions contained in the NDAA to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels on the West Coast ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor & report to Client on US Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes Monitor and report to Client on US Coast Guard final rule on survival raft equipment requirements

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022), including addition of the legislation to unrelated legislation (HR 4521, United States Innovation & Competion Act). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2021/2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels.

● 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

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022), including addition of the legislation to unrelated legislation (HR 4521, United States Innovation & Competion Act). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2021/2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels.

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2023 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills. Tracking of regulatory and legislative developments to protect marine mammals on the West Coast. Monitoring of fisheries and oceans-related provisions contained in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, grant opportunities and funding awards. Support for funding for EIS on West Coast Whale interactions with Dungeness crab gear. Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance for firm client Alaska Sealife Center. Monitoring of funding for marine mammal rescue in NOAA fisheries and USFWS funding accounts and awards. Support for inclusion of wildlife response for oil spill protection planning in Western Alaska in the House and Senate Coast Guard reauthorization bills (HR 6865/S 4802).

● Continue to provide Client with information related to legislative progress of House and Senate Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S. 4802) ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on proposed offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Monitor NOAA/NMFS activities and congressional legislative efforts to address Marine Mammal Protection Act actions regarding whale migration and protection measures; including efforts by Congress to amend USCG legislation to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels home-ported in California. ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including and sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes

● Provide Client with information related to passage of the NDAA which included the 2022 Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S 4802); and addressed the retroactive liability provisions for the CA dive boat Conception accident as well as changes in sexual assault/harassment protections and procedures for vessel crew. ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Report to Client on Marine Mammal Protection Act provisions contained in the NDAA to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels on the West Coast ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor & report to Client on US Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes Monitor and report to Client on US Coast Guard final rule on survival raft equipment requirements

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2023 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills and inclusion in the final FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. Tracking of regulatory and legislative developments to protect marine mammals on the West Coast. Monitoring of fisheries and oceans-related provisions contained in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, grant opportunities and funding awards. Support for funding for EIS on West Coast Whale interactions with Dungeness crab gear. Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance for firm client Alaska Sealife Center. Monitoring of funding for marine mammal rescue in NOAA fisheries and USFWS funding accounts and awards. Support for inclusion of wildlife response for oil spill protection planning in Western Alaska in the House and Senate Coast Guard reauthorization bills (HR 6865/S 4802) and inclusion in the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act.

● Provide Client with information related to passage of the NDAA which included the 2022 Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S 4802); and addressed the retroactive liability provisions for the CA dive boat Conception accident as well as changes in sexual assault/harassment protections and procedures for vessel crew. ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Report to Client on Marine Mammal Protection Act provisions contained in the NDAA to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels on the West Coast ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor & report to Client on US Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes Monitor and report to Client on US Coast Guard final rule on survival raft equipment requirements

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2023 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills and inclusion in the final FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. Tracking of regulatory and legislative developments to protect marine mammals on the West Coast. Monitoring of fisheries and oceans-related provisions contained in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, grant opportunities and funding awards. Support for funding for EIS on West Coast Whale interactions with Dungeness crab gear. Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance for firm client Alaska Sealife Center. Monitoring of funding for marine mammal rescue in NOAA fisheries and USFWS funding accounts and awards. Support for inclusion of wildlife response for oil spill protection planning in Western Alaska in the House and Senate Coast Guard reauthorization bills (HR 6865/S 4802) and inclusion in the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022), including addition of the legislation to unrelated legislation (HR 4521, United States Innovation & Competion Act). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022), including addition of the legislation to unrelated legislation (HR 4521, United States Innovation & Competion Act). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2021/2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Advocacy and reporting on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs on Alaska Landless Villages issues (S. 3269/HR 3231). Tracking of Department of Interior historical review of U.S. Indian Boarding Schools.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022), including addition of the legislation to unrelated legislation (HR 4521, United States Innovation & Competion Act). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2021/2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2021/2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021; S. 3580 - Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022), including addition of the legislation to unrelated legislation (HR 4521, United States Innovation & Competion Act). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act.

Monitoring of implementation, funding awards and grant opportunities from transportation and other infrastructure programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants, Bridge Investment, Rural Ferry, PROTECT, Safe Streets For All, Bridge Investment, Airport Terminals, Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program) of interest to firm's local government clients. Tracking and reporting on Federal Maritime Commission regulatory implementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices. Tracking of HR 3114 - the Longshore and Harbor Workers COVID-19 Compensation Act of 2022. Monitoring a various legislative proposals to exempt vessel shipment of cargo from the Jones Act on behalf of firm client the Transportation Institute. Tracking of the American Offshore Worker Fairness Act(S. 3705 & HR 6728) legislation that would tighten the rules on use of foreign-flagged vessels to service energy platforms off the U.S. coast. Monitoring of S. 3196 -- Improving Protections for Midshipmen Act -- to improve sexual assault/harassment protections and reporting for merchant mariners and trainees working on on U.S. flag vessels -- and their inclusion in the Coast Guard title of the FY 2023 NDAA. Monitoring of State Department activities and policy development regarding the U.S. position at COP27. Monitoring of HR 8243, America Port Access Privileges Act. Tracking of new EPA port emissions reduction grant program funding established in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2023 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills and inclusion in the final FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. Tracking of regulatory and legislative developments to protect marine mammals on the West Coast. Monitoring of fisheries and oceans-related provisions contained in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, grant opportunities and funding awards. Support for funding for EIS on West Coast Whale interactions with Dungeness crab gear. Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance for firm client Alaska Sealife Center. Monitoring of funding for marine mammal rescue in NOAA fisheries and USFWS funding accounts and awards. Support for inclusion of wildlife response for oil spill protection planning in Western Alaska in the House and Senate Coast Guard reauthorization bills (HR 6865/S 4802) and inclusion in the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act.

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2023 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills and inclusion in the final FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. Tracking of regulatory and legislative developments to protect marine mammals on the West Coast. Monitoring of fisheries and oceans-related provisions contained in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, grant opportunities and funding awards. Support for funding for EIS on West Coast Whale interactions with Dungeness crab gear. Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance for firm client Alaska Sealife Center. Monitoring of funding for marine mammal rescue in NOAA fisheries and USFWS funding accounts and awards. Support for inclusion of wildlife response for oil spill protection planning in Western Alaska in the House and Senate Coast Guard reauthorization bills (HR 6865/S 4802) and inclusion in the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act.

● Continue to provide Client with information related to legislative progress of House and Senate Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S. 4802) ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on proposed offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Monitor NOAA/NMFS activities and congressional legislative efforts to address Marine Mammal Protection Act actions regarding whale migration and protection measures; including efforts by Congress to amend USCG legislation to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels home-ported in California. ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including and sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes

● Provide Client with information related to passage of the NDAA which included the 2022 Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S 4802); and addressed the retroactive liability provisions for the CA dive boat Conception accident as well as changes in sexual assault/harassment protections and procedures for vessel crew. ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Report to Client on Marine Mammal Protection Act provisions contained in the NDAA to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels on the West Coast ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor & report to Client on US Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes Monitor and report to Client on US Coast Guard final rule on survival raft equipment requirements

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2023 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills. Tracking of regulatory and legislative developments to protect marine mammals on the West Coast. Monitoring of fisheries and oceans-related provisions contained in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, grant opportunities and funding awards. Support for funding for EIS on West Coast Whale interactions with Dungeness crab gear. Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance for firm client Alaska Sealife Center. Monitoring of funding for marine mammal rescue in NOAA fisheries and USFWS funding accounts and awards. Support for inclusion of wildlife response for oil spill protection planning in Western Alaska in the House and Senate Coast Guard reauthorization bills (HR 6865/S 4802).

● Provide Client with information related to passage of the NDAA which included the 2022 Coast Guard Authorization Bills (HR 6865/S 4802); and addressed the retroactive liability provisions for the CA dive boat Conception accident as well as changes in sexual assault/harassment protections and procedures for vessel crew. ● Continue monitoring and reporting on fisheries and oceans-related legislation/initiatives including: the Executive Order #14008 on climate impacts to fisheries: the 30x30 conservation provision; and the reauthorization of the MSFMCA (HR 4690) ● Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study and report to Client ● Monitor and report on offshore wind lease sales by BOEM off the West Coast ● Report to Client on Marine Mammal Protection Act provisions contained in the NDAA to expand MMPA protections for large whales ● Monitor and report on MARAD Jones Act waivers granted to foreign-flagged small passenger vessels on the West Coast ●Monitor USCG, NOAA, & USFWS regulatory actions with potential impact on West Coast marine recreational fisheries, including sea otter reintroduction ● Monitor & report to Client on US Coast Guard development of electronic chart and navigational equipment regulatory changes Monitor and report to Client on US Coast Guard final rule on survival raft equipment requirements

Monitoring and reporting on outcome of FY 2023 Federal programmatic and Congressionally-Directed Spending appropriations requests as part of the Fy 2023 Omninbus Appropriations Bill for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell City/Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, and the American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Support for legislation to make eligibility changes to enable consolidated city/borough governments to receive COVID relief under county/borough derived formula (included in final FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill). Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of implementation, grant opportunities and funding awards from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act.

Preparation and monitoring of FY 2023 Federal programmatic and Congressionally-Directed Spending appropriations requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, and the American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of implementation, grant opportunities and funding awards from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act.

Monitoring and reporting on outcome of FY 2023 Federal programmatic and Congressionally-Directed Spending appropriations requests as part of the Fy 2023 Omninbus Appropriations Bill for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell City/Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, and the American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Support for legislation to make eligibility changes to enable consolidated city/borough governments to receive COVID relief under county/borough derived formula (included in final FY 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill). Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of implementation, grant opportunities and funding awards from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act.

Monitoring of FY 2023 Federal programmatic and Congressionally-Directed Spending appropriations requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell City/Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, and the American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of implementation, grant opportunities and funding awards from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act.

Preparation of FY 2022 Federal appropriations requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, and HR 1319, American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Tracking and reporting on CDC guidance on return of cruise ship operations within U.S. waters.

Monitoring of FY 2022 Federal appropriations and surface transportation reauthorization bill requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, and HR 1319, American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of community project request submissions to the House & Senate Appropriations Committees. Monitoring of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation (Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework, HR 3684 -- Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act) and social "human infrastructure" investment legislation (House Reconciliation Bill -- Build Back Better).

Preparation of FY 2022 Federal appropriations and surface transportation reauthorization bill requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, and HR 1319, American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of community project request submissions to the House & Senate Appropriations Committees

Preparation of FY 2022 Federal appropriations requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, and HR 1319, American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Tracking and reporting on CDC guidance on return of cruise ship operations within U.S. waters.

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; engage House staff on related liability and vessel safety reforms before Congress 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 during NOAAs 3rd quarter 2021 Listening Sessions â--� Monitoring and reporting on new House legislation to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act; including a detailed review of H.R. 4690 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 Monitor legislation (S. 2805/HR 5329) to mandate new liability standards for small passenger vessels. Monitor Federal Maritime Commission rule-making on customer refunds for canceled sailings due to public health requirements. Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study. Monitor NOAA/NMFS consideration of 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.

Monitoring of FY 2022 Federal appropriations requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, and the American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of community project request submissions to the House & Senate Appropriations Committees. Monitoring of implementation and funding awards from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Monitoring of legislative development of social "human infrastructure" investment legislation (i.e. Build Back Better Bill).

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; and any relevant proposed MARAD Jones Act waivers for small passenger vessels. 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. Continue ongoing efforts to clarify various federal assistance programs for COVID response, incl. Payroll Protection Program (PPP); as well as analyses of the provisions in HR 133. Monitor status of fishery disaster allocations/disbursement process of the additional COVID assistance provided in HR 133. Advocate for client-supported appointee to an appointment on the Pacific Fishery Management Council. Monitoring and reporting on draft House legislation to reauthorize the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act. Monitoring and reporting on CDC & USCG COVID-19 guidance for masking of passengers and employees on board sportfishing and ecotourism charter vessels.

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; and any relevant proposed MARAD Jones Act waivers for small passenger vessels. 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. Continue ongoing efforts to clarify various federal assistance programs for COVID response, incl. Payroll Protection Program (PPP); as well as analyses of the provisions in HR 133. Monitor status of fishery disaster allocations/disbursement process of the additional COVID assistance provided in HR 133. Advocate for client-supported appointee to an appointment on the Pacific Fishery Management Council.

Monitoring of FY 2022 Federal appropriations and surface transportation reauthorization bill requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, and HR 1319, American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of community project request submissions to the House & Senate Appropriations Committees. Monitoring of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation (Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework, HR 3684 -- Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act) and social "human infrastructure" investment legislation (House Reconciliation Bill -- Build Back Better).

Preparation of FY 2022 Federal appropriations and surface transportation reauthorization bill requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, and HR 1319, American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of community project request submissions to the House & Senate Appropriations Committees

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.

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2022 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills. Tracking of regulatory and legislative developments to protect marine mammals on the West Coast. Monitoring of fisheries and oceans-related provisions contained in comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation (Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework, HR 3684 -- Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act) and social "human infrastructure" investment legislation (House Reconciliation Bill -- Build Back Better). Support for inclusion of funding to rebuild salmon/steelhead hatcheries in the Columbia River system. Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance for firm client Alaska Sealife Center. Reporting on PPP extension/additional funds implementation as well as new $10 billion relief assistance for live venues, theaters, and museum impacted by the CV-19 pandemic.

Monitoring of FY 2022 Federal appropriations and surface transportation reauthorization bill requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure, transportation, harbor, hospital, flood control, sewer & water, community facilities, economic development projects, and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT, Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act,, the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021, and HR 1319, American Rescue Plan Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, local government use of funds, education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, restaurant relief and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury and other Federal Department/agency implementing guidance and FAQs. Reporting on agency funding awards to local government clients. Monitoring of community project request submissions to the House & Senate Appropriations Committees. Monitoring of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation (Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework, HR 3684 -- Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act) and social "human infrastructure" investment legislation (House Reconciliation Bill -- Build Back Better).

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; engage House staff on related liability and vessel safety reforms before Congress 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 during NOAAs 3rd quarter 2021 Listening Sessions â--� Monitoring and reporting on new House legislation to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act; including a detailed review of H.R. 4690 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 Monitor legislation (S. 2805/HR 5329) to mandate new liability standards for small passenger vessels. Monitor Federal Maritime Commission rule-making on customer refunds for canceled sailings due to public health requirements. Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study. Monitor NOAA/NMFS consideration of 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.

Monitoring of implementation and funding awards from transportation programs in the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Issues are of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2021/2022 grant opportunities and awards (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk and APL regarding hearings/legislation on management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021). Tracking of complaints filed at the FMC on ocean carrier practices.

Monitoring of House and Senate activities on development of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation and reauthorization of Federal surface transportation legislation. Issue is of interest to local government clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2021 grant opportunities (BUILD/RAISE Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Small Shipyard Grants) of interest to firm's local government clients. Reporting and advocacy on behalf of Maersk on House Subcommittee on Coast Guard & Maritime Transportation hearings on vessel decarbonization and management of the supply chain. Reporting and advocacy concerning legislation to alter and reform ocean carrier shipping practices and Federal Maritime Commission oversight of those practices (HR 4996 -- Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021).

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.

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; engage House staff on related liability and vessel safety reforms before Congress 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 during NOAAs 3rd quarter 2021 Listening Sessions â--� Monitoring and reporting on new House legislation to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act; including a detailed review of H.R. 4690 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 Monitor legislation (S. 2805/HR 5329) to mandate new liability standards for small passenger vessels. Monitor Federal Maritime Commission rule-making on customer refunds for canceled sailings due to public health requirements. Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study. Monitor NOAA/NMFS consideration of 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.

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.

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.

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; engage House staff on related liability and vessel safety reforms before Congress 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 during NOAAs 3rd quarter 2021 Listening Sessions â--� Monitoring and reporting on new House legislation to reauthorize the Magnuson Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act; including a detailed review of H.R. 4690 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 Monitor legislation (S. 2805/HR 5329) to mandate new liability standards for small passenger vessels. Monitor Federal Maritime Commission rule-making on customer refunds for canceled sailings due to public health requirements. Monitor USCG West Coast Port Access Route Study. Monitor NOAA/NMFS consideration of 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 geothermal funding (FY 2020 and FY 2021 Energy & Water Appropriations Bills) and authorization legislation (S. 2657 - The Advanced Geothermal Innovation Leadership Act of 2019) on behalf of firm client the Ounalashka Corporation and inclusion of those provsions in the Energy Title of HR 133 -- FY 2021 Consolidated Approps Act. Monitoring of status of DOE loan guarantee programs.

â--� Continue to provide Client with information and analysis of federal passenger safety legislative provisions related to the NTSB accident report on the Conception CA dive boat accident (i.e. H.R. 3409/S.2297; HR 133 - FY21 Consolidated Approps Act); as well as any relevant proposed MARAD Jones Act waivers for small passenger vessels â--� Monitoring and reporting on other fisheries and oceans-related legislation, including the Ocean-Based Climate Solutions Act and NOAA sections of the FY 2021 House & Senate Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bills and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (HR 133), and draft legislation to reauthroize the Magnuson-Stevens Act. â--� Continue ongoing efforts to clarify various federal assistance programs for COVID response, incl. Payroll Protection Program (PPP); as well as analyses of proposed assistance being considered by Congress under the most recent versions of COVID-19 relief legislation â--� Monitor status of fishery disaster allocation and disbursement process of COVID assistance in CARES Act Section 12005; and advise Client on additional funding opportunities related to fishery disaster assistance. Report to client on fisheries disaster assistance included in the latest COVID-19 Assistance Package (HR 133).

Monitor FY 2021 Labor HHS Appropriations Bills for Federal Community Health Center funding for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh local government clients -- Aleutians East Borough, AK; Kodiak Island Borough, AK; Kodiak, AK; Petersburg Borough, AK; Wrangell Borough, AK; Seward, AK; Unalaska, AK; Whittier, AK and final funding included in HR 133.

Advocacy on behalf of City of Whittier for NOAA & USGS planning and sensor deployment to monitor and warn of tsunami threat in the Prince William Sound. Support for inclusion of funding in the FY 2021 Interior and Commerce-Justice-Science Approps Titles in the HR 133 -- FY 2021 Consolidated Approps Act.

Advocacy on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Alaska SeaLife Center in support of authorization/appropriations for marine mammal research, education and rescue funding as part of funding for NOAA/USFWS and the Prescott grant program in the FY 2021 House and Senate Commerce Justice Science and Interior Appropriations Bills and CJS Title of HR 133 -- FY 2021 Consolidated Approps Act. . Monitoring of NOAA marine mammal research permit issuance. Support for Center's application for CARES Act Payroll Protection Program and reporting on program funding, implementation, and application form and procedures. Further reporting on PPP extension/additional funds included in HR 133 as well as new $10 billion relief assistance for live venues, theaters, and museum impacted by the CV-19 pandemic.

Support for inclusion in FY 2021 Energy & Water Appropriations Bills report language encouraging the Army Corps of Engineers to better assess water quality impacts on Gulf of Mexico oysters of navigation and coastal restoration projects and where feasible to mitigate any negative impacts on area oyster reefs. Monitor funding and development of Gulf coastal restoration, flood control and navigation projects. Monitor funding decisions and activities of entities (NRDA Trustee Implementation Groups, RESTORE Act Council, National Fish & Wildlife Foundation) responsible for disbursement of BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement funding. Monitoring of funding and implementation of the small business Paycheck Protection Program and SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs, and advice to GOIC members on how to apply. Monitoring of fisheries disaster relief funding in the CARES Act and the CV-19 relief bill (HR 133), including both NOAA and USDA fisheries assistance. Support for the RESTAURANTS Act (S. 4012/HR 7197) and inclusion of food suppliers in the bill. Monitoring of USDA food commodity program procurement opportunities for potential seafood sales. Monitoring of Army Corps proposed rule for standards for national permitting of shellfish and mariculture aquaculture operations.

Monitoring of House and Senate activities on development of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation and reauthorization of Federal surface transportation legislation (HR 2/S. 2302). Issue is of interest to local government and maritime clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2020 grant opportunities (BUILD Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Marine Highways) of interest to firm's local government and maritime clients. Reporting on transportation funding included in the CARES Act and monitoring of agency awards of funding. Tracking of additional transportation funding included in the CV-19 relief title of HR 133. Support for provisions in House and Senate Water Resources Development Act bills concerning False Pass Harbor claim, Dutch Harbor construction, and Lowell Creek Tunnel flooding maintenance for firm municipal clients Aleutians East Borough, Unalaska, and Seward. Provisions were eventually included in the WRDA title of HR 133 -- FY 2021 Consolidated Approps Act

Monitoring of FY 2021 Federal appropriations requests for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh Alaska local government clients Aleutians East Borough, Kodiak Island Borough, Petersburg Borough, Wrangell Borough, City of Unalaska, City of Kodiak, City of Seward, and City of Whittier. Requests encompass funding for public infrastructure projects, economic development, fisheries data collection programs, rural broadband funding, community health centers and Federal land revenue sharing/compensation programs such as PILT (including support for S. 2108 -- the Small County PILT Parity Act), Secure Rural Schools and the National Wildlife Refuge Fund. Tracking and reporting on legislation, as well as agency funding awards and implementation guidance, to address the Covid-19 pandemic, including the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the CARES Act, multiple Senate & House CV-19 relief bills, and lastly the COVID relief title of HR 133 -- Consolidated Appropriations Act, with a focus on provisions addressing public health and hospital funding, state, local and tribal government (SALT) relief, extension and flexible use of CARES funds, received funds from education funding, small business relief, (Paycheck Protection Program & SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans), transportation funding, and fisheries disaster relief. Tracking of Dept of Treasury implementing guidance and FAQs on SALT uses of CARES Act funds.

Monitoring of hearings/legislative developments for Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Halter Marine, Maersk, American President Lines, Transportation Institute and United States Marine Inc with a focus on shipbuilding, Maritime Security Program (MSP), MARAD and NOAA funding in DOD, DOT, DOC and Coast Guard accounts, and National Defense Sealift Fund. Monitoring of U.S. Coast Guard vessel program developments and FY 2021 budget request/funding for Fast Response Cutters, Polar Ice Breakers, National Security Cutters, Offshore Patrol Cutters, and Patrol Boats in the FY 2021 Dept of Homeland Security Appropriations Bills and DHS title of the FY 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act (HR 133). Tracking/reporting MARAD title of the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act.

Advocacy for Federal marine fisheries research, salmon and data collection funding on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh client Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission as part of the FY 2021 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills and CJS Title of HR 133 -- FY 2021 Consolidated Approps Act. Advocacy for Maritime Security Program (MSP) appropriations on behalf of Robertson, Monagle & Eastaugh clients Maersk, American President Lines, and the Transportation Institute as part of the FY 2021 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bills and the THUD Title of HR 133 -- FY 2021 Consolidated Approps Act.

Monitoring of House and Senate activities on development of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation and reauthorization of Federal surface transportation legislation (HR 2/S. 2302). Issue is of interest to local government and maritime clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2020 grant opportunities (BUILD Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Short Seas Shipping) of interest to firm's local government and maritime clients. Reporting on transportation funding included in the CARES Act and monitoring of agency awards of funding.

Monitoring of House and Senate activities on development of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation and reauthorization of Federal surface transportation legislation (HR 2/S. 2302). Issue is of interest to local government and maritime clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2020 grant opportunities (BUILD Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Marine Highways) of interest to firm's local government and maritime clients. Reporting on transportation funding included in the CARES Act and monitoring of agency awards of funding. Tracking of additional transportation funding included in the HEROES Act and revised HEROES Act. Support for provisions in House and Senate Water Resources Development Act bills concerning False Pass Harbor claim, Dutch Harbor construction, and Lowell Creek Tunnel flooding maintenance for firm municipal clients Aleutians East Borough, Unalaska, and Seward.

Monitoring of House and Senate activities on development of comprehensive infrastructure investment legislation and reauthorization of Federal surface transportation legislation (HR 2/S. 2302). Issue is of interest to local government and maritime clients of Robertson, Monagle and Eastaugh. Monitoring of DOT FY 2020 grant opportunities (BUILD Act, INFRA grants, Port Infrastructure Development, Marine Highways) of interest to firm's local government and maritime clients. Reporting on transportation funding included in the CARES Act and monitoring of agency awards of funding. Tracking of additional transportation funding included in the CV-19 relief title of HR 133. Support for provisions in House and Senate Water Resources Development Act bills concerning False Pass Harbor claim, Dutch Harbor construction, and Lowell Creek Tunnel flooding maintenance for firm municipal clients Aleutians East Borough, Unalaska, and Seward. Provisions were eventually included in the WRDA title of HR 133 -- FY 2021 Consolidated Approps Act

â--� Continue to provide Client with information and analysis of federal passenger safety legislative provisions related to the NTSB accident report on the Conception CA dive boat accident (i.e. H.R. 3409/S.2297; HR 133 - FY21 Consolidated Approps Act); as well as any relevant proposed MARAD Jones Act waivers for small passenger vessels â--� Monitoring and reporting on other fisheries and oceans-related legislation, including the Ocean-Based Climate Solutions Act and NOAA sections of the FY 2021 House & Senate Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bills and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (HR 133), and draft legislation to reauthroize the Magnuson-Stevens Act. â--� Continue ongoing efforts to clarify various federal assistance programs for COVID response, incl. Payroll Protection Program (PPP); as well as analyses of proposed assistance being considered by Congress under the most recent versions of COVID-19 relief legislation â--� Monitor status of fishery disaster allocation and disbursement process of COVID assistance in CARES Act Section 12005; and advise Client on additional funding opportunities related to fishery disaster assistance. Report to client on fisheries disaster assistance included in the latest COVID-19 Assistance Package (HR 133).

Assist Client with information gathering and analysis of federal passenger safety provisions in 2020 U.S. Coast Guard Authorization legislation (i.e. H.R. 3409/S.2297). Efforts to clarify application of federal assistance programs for COVID response, incl. Payroll Protection Program (PPP) and CARES Act Section 12005 NOAA fishery disaster assistance. Engage NOAA officials regarding fishery disaster allocation and disbursement process for CARES Act COVID fishery disaster assistance.

â--� Assist Client with information gathering and analysis of federal passenger safety provisions in 2020 U.S. Coast Guard Authorization legislation related to the NTSB accident report on the Conception CA dive boat accident (i.e. H.R. 3409/S.2297); as well as proposed MARAD Jones Act waivers for small passenger vessels â--� Participate on a national webinar to monitor activities of NOAAs National Council Coordinating Committee (CCC) and provide a detailed report to the Client. â--� Continuing efforts to clarify various federal assistance programs for COVID response, incl. Payroll Protection Program (PPP); as well as analyses of proposed assistance being considered by Congress under the HEROES/HEALS Acts and revised HEROES Act. â--� Engage NOAA officials regarding status of fishery disaster allocation and disbursement process of COVID assistance in CARES Act Section 12005.

Tracking of geothermal funding (FY 2020 and FY 2021 Energy & Water Appropriations Bills) and authorization legislation (S. 2657 - The Advanced Geothermal Innovation Leadership Act of 2019) on behalf of firm client the Ounalashka Corporation. Tracking of "tax extenders" to extend renewable energy investment and production credits as well policy recommendations for increased renewable energy investment by the House Select Committee On Climate Crisis. Tracking of House consideration of the geothermal-related provisions contained in HR 4447, the Clean Economy Jobs and Innovation Act, Monitoring of status of DOE loan guarantee programs.

Support for inclusion in FY 2021 Energy & Water Appropriations Bills report language encouraging the Army Corps of Engineers to better assess water quality impacts on Gulf of Mexico oysters of navigation and coastal restoration projects and where feasible to mitigate any negative impacts on area oyster reefs. Monitor funding and development of Gulf coastal restoration, flood control and navigation projects. Monitor funding decisions and activities of entities (NRDA Trustee Implementation Groups, RESTORE Act Council, National Fish & Wildlife Foundation) responsible for disbursement of BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement funding. Monitoring of the Army Corps preparation and review of the Environmental Impact Statement for construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion and Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion in the lower MS River. Monitoring of interagancy project coordination efforts for environmental permitting for the projects by CEQ and the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council. Advocacy for Federal fisheries disaster relief for Gulf oyster industry as a result of 2019 flooding in the Mississippi River and growing mortality of oysters in the Gulf of Mexico and affected States of LA, MS, and AL. Support for funding of LA, MS and AL fisheries disaster requests in the FY 2021 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bills. Support for NOAA funding award to GOM states for 2019 fisheries disaster. Monitoring, analysis, and comment on Federal fisheries disaster reform legislation (S. 2346, The Fishery Failures: Urgently Needed Disaster Declarations Act). Monitoring of funding in the CARES Act for and implementation of the small business Payroll Protection Program and SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs, and advice to GOIC members on how to apply. Monitoring of fisheries disaster relief funding in the CARES Act and House-passed HEROES Act, revised HEROES Act and Senate legislation proposing additional CV-19 relief. Support for the RESTAURANTS Act (S. 4012/HR 7197) and inclusion of food suppliers in the bill. Monitoring of discussions over extension of business interruption insurance to future pandemics. Monitoring of USDA food commodity program procurement opportunities for potential seafood sales. Tracking of FDA food safety approval of shellfish imports from the Netherlands and Spain. Monitoring of Army Corps proposed rule for standards for national permitting of shellfish and mariculture aquaculture operations.

Support for inclusion in FY 2021 Energy & Water Appropriations Bills report language encouraging the Army Corps of Engineers to better assess water quality impacts on Gulf of Mexico oysters of navigation and coastal restoration projects and where feasible to mitigate any negative impacts on area oyster reefs. Monitor funding and development of Gulf coastal restoration, flood control and navigation projects. Monitor funding decisions and activities of entities (NRDA Trustee Implementation Groups, RESTORE Act Council, National Fish & Wildlife Foundation) responsible for disbursement of BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement funding. Monitoring of funding and implementation of the small business Paycheck Protection Program and SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs, and advice to GOIC members on how to apply. Monitoring of fisheries disaster relief funding in the CARES Act and the CV-19 relief bill (HR 133), including both NOAA and USDA fisheries assistance. Support for the RESTAURANTS Act (S. 4012/HR 7197) and inclusion of food suppliers in the bill. Monitoring of USDA food commodity program procurement opportunities for potential seafood sales. Monitoring of Army Corps proposed rule for standards for national permitting of shellfish and mariculture aquaculture operations.

Support for inclusion in FY 2021 Energy & Water Appropriations Bills report language encouraging the Army Corps of Engineers to better assess water quality impacts on Gulf of Mexico oysters of navigation and coastal restoration projects and where feasible to mitigate any negative impacts on area oyster reefs. Monitor funding and development of Gulf coastal restoration, flood control and navigation projects. Monitor funding decisions and activities of entities (NRDA Trustee Implementation Groups, RESTORE Act Council, National Fish & Wildlife Foundation) responsible for disbursement of BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement funding. Monitoring of the Army Corps preparation and review of the Environmental Impact Statement for construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion and Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion in the lower MS River. Monitoring of interagancy project coordination efforts for environmental permitting for the projects by CEQ and the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council. Advocacy for Federal fisheries disaster relief for Gulf oyster industry as a result of 2019 flooding in the Mississippi River and growing mortality of oysters in the Gulf of Mexico and affected States of LA, MS, and AL. Support for funding of LA, MS and AL fisheries disaster requests in the FY 2021 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bills. Support for NOAA funding award to GOM states for 2019 fisheries disaster. Monitoring, analysis, and comment on Federal fisheries disaster reform legislation (S. 2346, The Fishery Failures: Urgently Needed Disaster Declarations Act). Monitoring of funding in the CARES Act for and implementation of the small business Payroll Protection Program and SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs, and advice to GOIC members on how to apply. Monitoring of fisheries disaster relief funding in the CARES Act and House-passed HEROES Act. Support for the RESTAURANTS Act (S. 4012/HR 7197). Monitoring of CBP award of injury duties for foreign country dumping of shrimp in the U.S. market. Monitoring of discussions over extension of business interruption insurance to future pandemics.