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Currently, MPAs in the United States account for about 3.6% of its total exclusive economic zone. This is a very good beginning and the coverage significantly above the global average. However, it is important to note that these coverage figures do not contain a significant proportion of Nono-Take Reservestake reserves. Also, in general, management authorities of marine sanctuaries do not currently possess the direct authority to regulate fishing, shipping, and other human activities. Such authority should be granted under a strengthened Marine Sanctuaries Act or other legislation
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