— Consideration of the optimum Federal organization for develop- 

 ing and implementing marine science policies and programs, in- 

 cluding analysis of the recommendations of the Commission on 

 Marine Science, Engineering, and Resources concerning the Fed- 

 eral structure being developed independently for the President 

 and the Congress. 

 This year. Congress has not been asked to enact new marine science 

 legislation. The many instruments already provided allow us to move 

 forward in meeting many of the urgent problems of our times. 



In marine science affairs, this year marks an opportunity to de- 

 velop policies to blend political, economic, and cultural interests that 

 comprise our democratic society. The task of studying how our Nation 

 may build on our technology and our heritage is truly a monumental 

 and magnificent opportunity. This report suggests fruitful areas for 

 intensified effort by all members of the marine science community. 



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