[cogitator]

It's primarily a focus on the oceans policy of the United States; not seeking U.S. money for an international program.

United States Commission on Ocean Policy

"The Oceans Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-256), an Act of the United States Congress, became law on August 7, 2000, and went into effect on January 20, 2001. The Act establishes a 16-member Commission on Ocean Policy to undertake an 18-month study and to make recommendations to the President and Congress for a national ocean policy for the United States.

The Act charges the Commission to conduct a detailed review of existing and planned U.S. ocean and coastal programs and activities. The Commission is to provide recommendations for a coordinated and comprehensive national ocean policy on a broad range of issues, ranging from the stewardship of marine resources and pollution prevention to enhancing and supporting marine science, commerce, and transportation."

[caisson71]

The request for HUGE sums of money will come when this "disaster" is uncovered. This is the plan - study a perceived problem, convince us there is one and $$$$$ is the only solution. It's an age old, proven method.