Why It Matters

Ocean Conservancy Inc. increased its lobbying budget significantly in the second quarter, spending $260,000 according to its latest Ocean Conservancy lobbying disclosure filing signed July 16. The organization, which focuses on marine conservation, deployed four active government relations staff to shape federal policy on oceans, shipping, and environmental issues.

The spending jump reflects heightened congressional activity around maritime and ocean-related legislation.

By the Numbers

The $260,000 quarter two expenditure marked an increase from the first quarter, when the organization spent $202,000. Over the past year, Ocean Conservancy reported total in-house lobbying revenue of $1,009,700.

Broader Context

Ocean Conservancy Inc advocacy centers on establishing federal leadership in marine carbon dioxide removal and cleaner shipping technologies. The group endorsed the ReSCUE Oceans Act, introduced by Sens. Brian Schatz and Lisa Murkowski alongside Representatives Suzanne Bonamici and Earl L. 'Buddy' Carter, which aims to position the United States as a research leader in marine carbon dioxide removal. A related legislative effort came with the Next Generation Shipping Act, unveiled in June by Reps. Nanette Barragán and Troy A. Carter, Sr., along with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, focused on cleaner maritime technologies and American jobs.

Ocean Conservancy deployed four active lobbyists during quarter two: Kathy Tsantiris (Director, Government Relations), Caitlin Hart (Senior Manager, Government Relations), Sara Wanous (Government Relations Manager), and Nay Ransome (Senior Analyst, Government Relations and Community Partnerships).

The Bottom Line

Ocean Conservancy's marine conservation lobbying disclosure reflects the organization's sustained focus on federal ocean policy. The increased quarter two spending and maintained team structure position the group to influence ongoing congressional discussions around shipping emissions standards and marine research investments.

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