Develop strategies to identify and reduce the risk of harmful aquatic species being introduced into U.S. waters
Goal 2:
Minimize the harmful effects of ANS already introduced into the waters of the United States
Goal 3:
Facilitate research to address the threat and harmful effects of ANS
Goal 4:
Increase public understanding of the importance of reducing the introduction, spread, and impact of ANS and recommend appropriate
domestic and international actions
Goal 5:
Maximize the organizational effectiveness of the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force