What does Preamble of S 3910 do?

This bill is formally titled 'To support marine carbon dioxide removal activities, and for other purposes'.

What does SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. of S 3910 do?

This bill is formally titled the “Removing and Sequestering Carbon Unleashed in the Environment and Oceans Act” or the “ReSCUE Oceans Act”.

What does Establishment of program for advancing marine carbon dioxide of S 3910 do?

This section establishes a program for advancing marine carbon dioxide removal.

What does Researching marine carbon dioxide removal. of S 3910 do?

This section is titled 'Researching marine carbon dioxide removal'.

What does Measuring marine carbon dioxide removal from space. of S 3910 do?

This section is titled 'Measuring marine carbon dioxide removal from space'.

What does DEFINITIONS. of S 3910 do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. “Carbon removal credit” is defined as 1 metric tonne of carbon dioxide or equivalent (tCOe) removed through marine carbon dioxide removal and durably stored, registered, validated, and potentially traded on a voluntary carbon market. Several terms, such as 'coastal waters,' 'contiguous zone,' and 'exclusive economic zone,' are defined by referencing existing legislation. The term 'Indian' and 'Indian Tribe' are defined according to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. “Marine carbon dioxide removal” refers to intentional interventions in the marine environment resulting in net carbon dioxide removal, measured on a life-cycle basis. “Protocol” refers to a systematic approach for generating a carbon removal credit with a transparent, science-based methodology. “Relevant congressional committees” are specified as committees in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. “Secretary” is defined as the Secretary of Commerce. “Voluntary carbon market” is defined as a market where carbon removal credits can be bought or sold.

What does PURPOSES. of S 3910 do?

This Act aims to support research, development, and field trials of safe and responsible marine carbon dioxide removal. The Act intends to ensure the monitoring and protection of coastal and marine ecosystems. It seeks to coordinate Federal actions related to marine carbon dioxide removal. The Act also supports engagement with affected coastal communities. Engagement and consultation with Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Native Hawaiian organizations are included regarding marine carbon dioxide removal activities.

What does RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. of S 3910 do?

This section establishes a rule of construction for the Act. The Act shall not be interpreted as diminishing or overruling existing laws concerning the contiguous zone, territorial seas, exclusive economic zone, or coastal waters (excluding internal waters).

What does RESEARCH SECURITY. of S 3910 do?

This section concerns research security. Activities authorized under this Act must align with subtitle D of title VI of the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act (42 U.S.C. 19231 et seq.).

What does ESTABLISHMENT OF PROGRAM FOR ADVANCING MARINE CARBON DIOXIDE of S 3910 do?

This section establishes a program to advance marine carbon dioxide removal. The Secretary, through NOAA and an interagency working group, will administer the program within 90 days of enactment. The program aims to generate knowledge and understanding of marine carbon dioxide removal, including its efficacy, environmental impacts, and social/economic consequences. The Secretary will seek to develop best practices for measuring and monitoring marine carbon dioxide removal and evaluate approaches for larger-scale utilization. The program will support research through grants awarded on a competitive basis, aligned with objectives and a federal research plan. Grantees conducting field activities must adhere to a code of conduct. The Secretary must allocate at least $10,000 in grant funding for engagement and consultation with Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, and affected coastal communities. The Secretary has authority to enter into contracts and partnerships to further the Act's goals. Data management strategies will be developed to ensure non-proprietary data are properly stewarded, findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable. The Act includes provisions to protect data submitted by Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations, ensuring tribal control over data collection, use, storage, and sharing.

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ReSCUE Oceans Act — S. 3910

Last updated: 2/25/2026 · Introduced: 2/25/2026

Author: Brian Schatz (D-HI)

TL;DR (AI)

The ReSCUE Oceans Act establishes a federal program to advance marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) research, development, and field trials.
The Act directs the Secretary of Commerce, through NOAA and an interagency working group, to administer the program, focusing on knowledge generation, best practices, and data stewardship.
It mandates monitoring of mCDR activities to minimize environmental impacts, maximize benefits, and incorporate traditional ecological knowledge, with data made publicly available (except for tribal data, which requires express permission).
The Act designates research areas for mCDR, requiring consultation with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations, and establishing advisory boards to oversee activities.
It authorizes appropriations for various activities, including research grants, NASA’s involvement in measuring mCDR from space, and the development of standardized benchmarks and measurements for mCDR technologies.

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