33 U.S.C. · Navigation and Navigable Waters
33 U.S.C. § 4251

Incentive for fishermen to collect and dispose of plastic found at sea

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33 U.S.C. § 4251 — Incentive for fishermen to collect and dispose of plastic found at sea

U.S.C. Title 33 - NAVIGATION AND NAVIGABLE WATERS 33 U.S.C. United States Code, 2023 Edition Title 33 - NAVIGATION AND NAVIGABLE WATERS CHAPTER 55 - SAVE OUR SEAS 2.0 SUBCHAPTER I - COMBATING MARINE DEBRIS Part C - Pilot Projects Sec. 4251 - Incentive for fishermen to collect and dispose of plastic found at sea From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov

§4251. Incentive for fishermen to collect and dispose of plastic found at sea

(a) In general The Under Secretary shall establish a pilot program to assess the feasibility and advisability of providing incentives, such as grants, to fishermen based in the United States who incidentally capture marine debris while at sea— (1) to track or keep the debris on board; and (2) to dispose of the debris properly on land. (b) Support for collection and removal of derelict gear The Under Secretary shall encourage United States efforts, such as the Fishing for Energy net disposal program, that support— (1) collection and removal of derelict fishing gear and other fishing waste; (2) disposal or recycling of such gear and waste; and (3) prevention of the loss of such gear.

(Pub. L. 116–224, title I, §137, Dec. 18, 2020, 134 Stat. 1086.)

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