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FOR
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, September 20, 2004
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.”
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