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This document contains the hearing record for S. 1427, the "Antarctic Scientific Research, Tourism, and Marine Resources Act of 1993," before the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the United States Senate. The bill aims to implement the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty.
The hearing addresses critical issues surrounding the governance and preservation of Antarctica, balancing scientific exploration with the need to protect its fragile ecosystem. Testimony and discussions cover a range of topics, including regulation of tourism, conservation of marine life, and the environmental impact of research activities. This record provides valuable insight into the legislative considerations and policy debates surrounding the protection of Antarctica in the early 1990s.
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