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2024

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A New Marine Protected Area on America’s West Coast: Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary

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NOAA reaches key milestone in designation of Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary

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FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Advances Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary, Reinforces Ocean Conservation Legacy

2023

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NOAA Releases Proposal for National Marine Sanctuary off California Coast