Provides overview of designated marine protected areas (MPAs) that limit human activities in order to protect and manage ecosystems rather than individual resources. Covers challenges, benefits, and controversies surrounding MPAs; specific Federal laws and programs concerning MPAs; related activities of Clinton and Bush Administrations; MPA Center activities and other Federal agency actions; and issues for Congress.
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