H.R. 5948 · 117th Congress
Antarctic Science and Conservation Modernization Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Donald Beyer
- Introduced
- 2021-11-12
- Latest action
- 2021-12-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
Summary
Antarctic Science and Conservation Modernization Act
This bill sets forth requirements to implement (1) Measure 4 (2004), “Insurance and Contingency Planning for Tourism and Non-Governmental Activities in the Antarctic Treaty Area;" and (2) Annex VI to the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty, “Liability Arising From Environmental Emergencies."