H.R.1332 - Aquatic Biodiversity Preservation Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1332, the Aquatic Biodiversity Preservation Act of 2025, directs the Secretary of Commerce to establish a program for sequencing the genomes of aquatic species. This program aims to enhance scientific understanding, conservation, management, and enforcement efforts related to these species. The bill authorizes $2,000,000 annually from 2025 through 2031 to carry out the program.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely lead to increased research and data availability regarding aquatic species. This could improve conservation efforts and inform policy decisions related to aquatic ecosystems. The data will be publicly available, promoting collaboration and further research.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced understanding of aquatic species and ecosystems.
- Improved conservation and management strategies.
- Publicly available genomic data for research and collaboration.
- Potential for new discoveries related to aquatic biodiversity.
- Support for institutions and organizations involved in aquatic research.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for misuse of genomic data.
- Possible privacy concerns related to location and time of sample collection, especially for sensitive species or tribal lands.
- Limited funding may restrict the scope of the program.
- Bureaucratic hurdles in establishing and managing the program.
- Potential for disagreements on which species are prioritized.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the General Welfare Clause of the Constitution, as it promotes scientific research and conservation efforts that benefit the public. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 grants Congress the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States. The allocation of funds for this program falls under this power.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).