GovInfo.gov Announces Publication of Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998
Washington D.C. – July 18, 2025 – The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) is pleased to announce the official publication of the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998 on its authoritative digital platform, GovInfo.gov. The document, made available today at 12:17 PM Eastern Time, marks an important milestone in ensuring the continued advancement and accessibility of vital hydrographic services within the United States.
The Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998 is a foundational piece of legislation designed to modernize and enhance the nation’s capacity to collect, process, and disseminate hydrographic data. Hydrographic services are crucial for a wide range of activities, including safe navigation on our waterways, coastal zone management, marine resource development, and national security. This Act underscores the commitment to maintaining and improving the charting and surveying of U.S. coastal and navigable waters.
The legislation addresses several key areas, including:
- Modernization of Hydrographic Data: The Act promotes the use of advanced technologies and methodologies for collecting and processing hydrographic data, ensuring that our charts and navigational information are accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive.
- Data Dissemination and Accessibility: It emphasizes the importance of making hydrographic data readily available to the public, government agencies, and the maritime industry, facilitating safer and more efficient maritime operations.
- Support for NOAA’s Hydrographic Programs: The Act provides the framework and support for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), specifically its Office of Coast Survey, to carry out its critical hydrographic surveying and charting responsibilities.
The publication of this Act on GovInfo.gov ensures that this significant legislation is easily accessible to researchers, policymakers, maritime professionals, and the general public. GovInfo.gov serves as the official source for authentic, published Federal Government information, providing a reliable repository for laws, congressional bills, regulations, and other vital documents.
“We are delighted to make the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998 readily available on GovInfo.gov,” said a GPO spokesperson. “This publication reflects our ongoing commitment to providing the public with unfettered access to the laws that govern our nation. Hydrographic services are indispensable for the economic prosperity and safety of our coastal communities and maritime commerce.”
The availability of this Act on GovInfo.gov is a testament to the GPO’s dedication to transparency and public access to government information. Citizens are encouraged to visit GovInfo.gov to explore this and other important legislative documents.
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