I am pleased to let you know that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently announced that it is seeking proposals for coastal habitat restoration projects under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (H.R.1), better known as “the stimulus bill.”  Proposals are due by April 6, 2009, and applicants are advised that they will have to demonstrate that their project can achieve significant ecological benefits, maximize jobs creation/preservation, and are “shovel-ready.” 

To view more information about this federal funding opportunity, please visit the following link:  http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/recovery/

This funding opportunity allows for proposals for a variety of habitat restoration projects - including wetlands restoration, dam removals, shellfish restoration, and coral reef restoration.  NOAA's efforts are designed not only to create resilient and healthy American communities but also to help jumpstart the economy and restore valuable coastal and marine habitat.

Specific funding opportunities offered through H.R.1, such as this opportunity through NOAA, help meet the goals of this historic legislation: to create jobs, jumpstart growth, and transform our economy for the new century. 

Sincerely,

Barbara Boxer
United States Senator