・ 1978-"U.S. Ocean Policy in the 1970's: Status and Issues"
- Department of Commerce reports on progress since Stratton Commission
- In 1969, Federal ocean programs in 6 departments, 4 independent agencies, and 17 sub-agencies within departments
- In 1977, ocean programs in 9 departments, 8 independent agencies and 38 sub-agencies
Chronology-the 1980s
・ 1980-Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act
- Creates regulatory system to license US mining companies seeking to explore and develop seabed hard mineral resources in international waters
・ 1980-Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) Act
- Establishes licensing system for OTEC facilities in coastal zone or US coastal waters
