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Executive Order 13089

Coral Reef Protection

Ordered by William J. Clinton on June 11, 1998

Summary

Establishes federal policy aimed at protecting and conserving U.S. coral reef ecosystems. Requires federal agencies to identify and minimize harm from their activities on coral reefs, with exceptions for national emergencies or unavoidable threats. Creates a task force to coordinate monitoring, research, restoration, and international cooperation efforts, and to develop mitigation strategies for threats like pollution and overfishing.

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