Establishes a pilot program to mitigate vessel impacts on large cetaceans in the San Francisco Bay region.
The Save Willy Act of 2026 mandates a pilot program to enhance efforts to mitigate vessel impacts on large cetaceans in the San Francisco Bay region. The program will establish a Cetacean Desk within the San Francisco Vessel Traffic Service to improve coordination with the maritime industry and monitor cetacean presence. It will evaluate the functionality of the Cetacean Desk, assess communication efficacy, and enhance detection and tracking of cetaceans. The program will also engage with vessel operators to ensure compliance with laws and reduce cetacean interactions.
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