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33 U.S.C. 2102: Establishment of standardsText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 33-NAVIGATION AND NAVIGABLE WATERSCHAPTER 35-ARTIFICIAL REEFS
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§2102. Establishment of standards

Based on the best scientific information available, artificial reefs in waters covered under this chapter shall be sited and constructed, and subsequently monitored and managed in a manner which will⁠—

(1)  enhance fishery resources to the maximum extent practicable;

(2)  facilitate access and utilization by United States recreational and commercial fishermen;

(3)  minimize conflicts among competing uses of waters covered under this chapter and the resources in such waters;

(4)  minimize environmental risks and risks to personal health and property; and

(5)  be consistent with generally accepted principles of international law and shall not create any unreasonable obstruction to navigation.

( Pub. L. 98–623, title II, § 203 , Nov. 8, 1984 , 98 Stat. 3395 .)