Chesapeake Bay Research Coordination Act of 1979

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Chesapeake Bay Research Coordination Act of 1979 - Establishes in the executive branch an independent establishment known as the Office for Chesapeake Bay Research, Planning, and Coordination. Requires such Office to: (1) ensure the existence of a Chesapeake Research Exchange; (2) review and evaluate, on a periodic basis, the research effort; (3) identify the need for, and the priority of, additional research projects; (4) establish an effective mechanism for coordinating the research projects with the research of State and local government agencies; (5) remain cognizant of ongoing research projects; (6) conduct periodic meetings with representatives of Federal, State, regional, and local agencies, and representatives of the scientific community having responsibility for the administration of research programs in the Chesapeake Bay area; (7) determine existing Federal and State programs on the Chesapeake Bay; (8) plan and conduct a conference on Chesapeake Bay affairs at least once every two years; (9) submit an annual report to Congress and to the Secretary of Commerce with respect to administration and recommendations for improving research efforts; and (10) perform such other activities that are consistent with the purposes of this Act. Directs the Secretary of Commerce to make available such administrative services and staff as may be reasonably necessary. Establishes the Chesapeake Bay Research Board which shall: (1) develop a Chesapeake Bay Research Plan consistent with the missions and interests of appropriate agencies and States; (2) advise the Director of the Office; and (3) review, evaluate, and comment upon the annual report submitted by the Office.

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 12 June 1979

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