SECRETARY EVANS STATEMENT ON
U.S. COMMISSION ON OCEAN POLICY
Ocean Commission submits final report to the President

WASHINGTON, DC – “I would like to commend the President’s Commission on Ocean Policy for their extensive report and thank the Governors for offering their insightful suggestions. The strength of our economy is closely tied to the health of our oceans, and the Commission’s report confirms that the aggressive approach this Administration has taken to protect this vital natural resource was the right one. We look forward to studying all of the recommendations in detail and plan on using this report as a guide for years to come.”