United States Coral Reef Task Force

The United States Coral Reef Task Force (USCRTF) was established in 1998 by Presidential Executive Order to lead U.S. efforts to preserve and protect coral reef ecosystems. The USCRTF includes leaders of Federal agencies, U.S. States, territories, commonwealths, and Freely Associated States. The USCRTF helps build partnerships, strategies, and support for on-the-ground action to conserve coral reefs.

June 2024 Update:

The 48th meeting of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force took place April 29-May 3, 2024 at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in Silver Spring, MD.

The 49th meeting will take place November 12-15, 2024 in Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. More information coming soon!