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.

February 2025 Update:

The 50^th meeting of the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force will take place May 12-16, 2025 at the Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. The business meeting is Thursday, May 15 and open to the public.