Panel Formation

MRBP ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Identify priorities for activities in the Mississippi River Basin (Basin),

Develop and submit recommendations to the national Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force (ANSTF) (established via Public Law 101-646),

Coordinate aquatic nuisance species program activities in the Basin,

Advise public and private interests on control efforts, and

Submit an annual report to the ANSTF describing prevention, research and control activities in the Basin.