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COASTAL Implementation Act of 2018

4/7/2025, 1:48 PM

Summary of Bill S 2242

The COASTAL Implementation Act of 2018, also known as Bill 115 s 2242, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to coastal management and resilience in the United States.

The bill includes provisions aimed at improving the coordination and implementation of coastal management efforts, as well as enhancing the resilience of coastal communities to natural disasters and climate change. It also seeks to promote sustainable development practices along the coast and protect coastal ecosystems.

Specifically, the COASTAL Implementation Act of 2018 includes measures to improve data collection and analysis related to coastal hazards, as well as to enhance the capacity of coastal communities to plan for and respond to these hazards. The bill also includes provisions to support research and innovation in coastal management and resilience, as well as to provide funding for projects that promote these goals. Overall, the COASTAL Implementation Act of 2018 aims to strengthen the nation's ability to manage and protect its coastal resources in the face of increasing threats from natural disasters and climate change. It represents a bipartisan effort to address these important issues and ensure the long-term sustainability of coastal communities in the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 2242

Bill S 2242 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 18, 2017. Bill S 2242 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on December 18, 2017.  Bill S 2242's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 637. as of November 13, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2242

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 2242

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

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