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6. The Future: A National Seismic System
Pages 38-41

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... , which is quoted in the preface. Implementation of a "rationalized and integrated" system consisting of a partnership between the USNSN and a confederation of existing regional seismic networks is also the central recommendation of the current Panel on Regional Networks.
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... This combination of regional and national networks provides a unique opportunity to significantly advance seismic monitoring, data collection, data distribution, and seismological research in the United States within the next few years. This opportunity will be translated into reality only through close cooperation and coordination between the regional and national efforts and through the integration of certain aspects of their activities.
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... The forum could prove to be an effective focus for the activities of the regional network operators and spur development of a body with a strong and unified voice on behalf of the concerns of the regional networks. Thus, from both the state and the national perspective, there appears to be an opportunity for substantial benefit if the regional and national networks work together closely.
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... , and discussions with federal agency officials, the panel estimated that the FY 1989 annual apportionment of federal seismic network funds is approximately as follows: $1.5 million (USGS external networks) , $3.0 million (USGS internal networks)
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