Press Release: Mike Ezell Introduces Bill to Modernize Marine Mammal Protection Act
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Ezell proposed updating marine mammal rules to streamline permits, reduce delays, and keep protections science-based.
Investivoq AI Summary
Ezell proposes Marine Mammal Protection Act changes: U.S. Rep. Mike Ezell said he has introduced legislation to “modernize” the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972. The proposal would update permitting rules, aim to make federal decisions more closely tied to scientific data, and reduce regulatory burdens on maritime and coastal projects.
Bill outlines permitting and science standards: According to the release, the measure would revise the definition of harassment, clarify “negligible impact,” and streamline incidental take authorizations. It also calls for mitigation and monitoring conditions that are “practicable” and “economically feasible,” while keeping federal oversight in place.
Support and stated goals: The release quotes supporters from Mississippi’s marine resources agency and EnerGeo Alliance, who said the changes would add “clarity” and “predictability.” Ezell said the goal is to protect marine resources while allowing ports, shipyards, and other projects to move forward.
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Mike Ezell Fundraising
Mike Ezell recently disclosed $101.0K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2026. This was the 730th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 28.7% came from individual donors.
Ezell disclosed $109.2K of spending. This was the 766th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Ezell disclosed $123.4K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 899th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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Mike Ezell Net Worth
Investivoq estimates that Mike Ezell is worth $16.0K, as of October 13th, 2026. This is the 490th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Ezell has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Investivoq is able to track live.
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Mike Ezell Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Mike Ezell:
- H.R.10776: To amend the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 to change certain requirements regarding certain allowed take of marine mammals, and for other purposes.
- H.R.10756: Regional Ocean Partnerships Reauthorization Act
- H.R.9802: MARA Act of 2026
- H.R.9674: United States Coast Guard Corrosion Control Assistance Team Pilot Program Act
- H.R.9673: MARA Act of 2026
- H.R.9650: Vessel Identification Protection Act of 2026
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2026 Mississippi's 4th Congressional District Election
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