Congress approves $33 million federal grant program for sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation in response to increasing strandings in New England.
Congress is set to approve the Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act in response to the increasing number of sea turtle strandings in New England. This proposed $33 million federal grant program aims to support institutions nationally in rescuing, rehabilitating, and researching stranded turtles. The number of sea turtle strandings, which have escalated at an alarming rate in the region, could soon receive much-needed assistance as the reptiles are close to receiving legislative support from Congress. The Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act has bipartisan support and could significantly impact ongoing conservation work and related research.
August 07, 2024
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