New National Defense Exemption to Marine Mammal Protection Act Authorized for Navy.

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M2 PRESSWIRE-24 January 2007-US DOD: New National Defense Exemption to Marine Mammal Protection Act Authorized for Navy(C)1994-2007 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:23012007 Following consultation with the Department of Commerce, the Department of Defense today announced authorization of a two-year national defense exemption from requirements of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) for naval activity involving mid-frequency active sonar use, and a new sensor that uses small explosive charges, during major training exercises and on established ranges and operating areas.

This period provides the Navy time necessary to continue coordination with the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the public as the Navy continues its analysis...