This bill requires the Secretary of Commerce to standardize and publish data about public outdoor recreational use of federal waterways and fishing restrictions. It aims to make this information easily accessible on a public website.
1. The Secretary must develop standards for collecting and sharing geospatial data within 31 months of the bill's enactment. 2. By four years after the bill's enactment, the Secretary must provide detailed information about access restrictions, including areas closed to fishing and specific rules for different types of watercraft. 3. The Secretary will update the data at least twice a year and in real time for fishing restriction areas. 4. The bill encourages partnerships with state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private sector experts to improve data collection and sharing. 5. The website must allow users to easily find and access data, and provide updates when new information becomes available.
Recreational boaters, fishermen, and anyone interested in using federal waterways for outdoor activities.