Hirono, Takai Unveil Proposal to Increase Coral Reef Conservation

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Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) and Representative Mark Takai (D-HI) introduced the Coral Reef Sustainability Through Innovation Act, legislation that would jumpstart research related to coral reef conservation.

"In the past two years, Hawaii's coral reefs have experienced two serious coral bleaching events, and with rising ocean temperatures, we can expect these events to become more commonplace," said Senator Hirono. "There is much to be learned about mitigation and the long term effects of coral bleaching, and this legislation will spur research to better protect this precious natural resource."

"It is very important we do everything we can to conserve the precious coral reef our state is home to. Through this legislation, we will promote innovative new ways we can protect our aina and a resource that is vital to Hawaii's economy. I look forward to seeing what the scientists come up with and the implementation of the winning design," said Representative Takai.

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