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House adopts resolution urging NOAA to include Northern Mariana descent people in Mariana Trench research
Summary
The House introduced and adopted House Resolution 24-11 urging NOAA to ensure meaningful engagement with persons of Northern Mariana descent (NMD) and to recognize traditional knowledge, data rights and benefit‑sharing in Mariana Trench research; several cultural‑organization leaders testified in support.
Community leaders representing local cultural associations urged the House to adopt House Resolution 24-11, which asks the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to ensure equitable involvement of persons of Northern Mariana descent and recognition of indigenous knowledge, stewardship and proprietary rights in ocean research and exploration in the Mariana Trench and adjacent waters.
Carmelita Rebaliman Faizau, identified on the record as president of the Yureli Rafal Wars Association, said the resolution would secure "meaningful and equitable engagement" and access for Northern Mariana communities to data and participation in research…
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