. >> right now, the monterey gulf of the farallons and cordell bank sanctuaries protect almost 8,000square miles of ocean. this would expand up to where a critical upwelling occurs, there are only four such spots in the world. >> this produces 20% of the world's fish. it's only 1% of the ocean. >> the upwelling occurs at the edge of the shelf, nutrient rich water rises and the current carries it south. a conveyor belt of food these rich waters bring whales and krill that creates such a thriving eco system. >> and there is a never made it through the senate. now, supporters hoping it will be included in a giant public landfill that could protect a couple million acres of wilderness. it's a long shot. >> there is so much in it for many states, one senator can just like one project for one state, and then, call the whole thing. >> if the does become a sanctuary, fishing would be permitted but carefully managed. >> pacific coast federation of fisherman supports the i'd why. >> if we don't protect the environment we're out of business wex rely on helping abundant fish stock f those don't