Chapter 32a. Regional Marine Research Programs 16 U.S. Code §1447. Purposes 16 U.S. Code §1447a. Definitions 16 U.S. Code §1447b. Regional Marine Research Boards 16 U.S. Code §1447c. Regional research plans 16 U.S. Code §1447d. Research grant program 16 U.S. Code §1447e. Report on research program 16 U.S. Code §1447f. Authorization of appropriations