WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation announced the Subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard will hold a hearing on March 27, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Alaska Daylight Saving Time titled “Assessing U.S. Preparedness and Response in the Arctic: The Opportunities and Challenges of Increased Marine Activity.” This hearing will examine U.S. preparedness for increased commercial maritime activity in the Arctic.

Assessing U.S. Preparedness and Response in the Arctic: The Opportunities and Challenges of Increased Marine Activity
Subcommittee Field Hearing
Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Hearing Start Time: 10:00 a.m. AKDT
Location: Room 307, University of Alaska Anchorage/Alaska Pacific University Consortium Library, Anchorage, Alaska

Individuals with disabilities who require an auxiliary aid or service should contact Collenne Wider at 202-224-5511 at least three business days in advance of the hearing date. 

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