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Bill introduced to establish ocean observation system Representative Allen (D-ME) introduced the National Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation Act of 2007 (H.R. 2342) to direct the President to establish a National Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System, and for other purposes.

USCG Commandant supports UNCLOS accession The US Coast Guard issued a statement by Admiral Thad Allen supporting United States accession to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Accession to UNCLOS would promote critical US interests, such as protecting coastal assets and promoting freedom of navigation.