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A bill to revise the boundaries of certain John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System units in Delaware.

4/7/2025, 2:59 PM

Summary of Bill S 1395

Bill 115 s 1395, also known as the "Delaware Coastal Barrier Resources System Boundary Revision Act," aims to adjust the boundaries of certain units within the John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System in Delaware. The purpose of this bill is to better protect these coastal areas from development and natural disasters, while also ensuring that taxpayers are not burdened with the cost of providing federal assistance to these high-risk zones.

The bill specifically targets areas in Delaware that are currently designated as part of the Coastal Barrier Resources System, which is a program designed to protect undeveloped coastal areas by restricting federal funding and development within these zones. By revising the boundaries of these units, the bill seeks to more accurately reflect the actual risk and vulnerability of these areas to natural disasters such as hurricanes and flooding.

The proposed boundary revisions are based on updated scientific data and mapping technology, which will help to ensure that the Coastal Barrier Resources System is effectively protecting the most at-risk areas along the Delaware coast. This bill has bipartisan support and is seen as a necessary step in safeguarding these valuable coastal resources for future generations. Overall, Bill 115 s 1395 is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to enhance the protection of Delaware's coastal areas while also promoting responsible land use and conservation practices.

Current Status of Bill S 1395

Bill S 1395 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 21, 2017. Bill S 1395 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on June 21, 2017.  Bill S 1395's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans. as of January 26, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1395

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1395

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

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