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COAST Act
12/31/2022, 5:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4767
The COAST Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 4767, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to coastal erosion and sea level rise in coastal communities across the United States.
The COAST Act aims to provide funding and resources to help coastal communities adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change. This includes funding for projects such as beach nourishment, dune restoration, and shoreline stabilization. The bill also seeks to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in order to better address the challenges facing coastal communities.
Additionally, the COAST Act includes provisions for conducting research and data collection on coastal erosion and sea level rise, as well as for developing long-term strategies for coastal resilience. The bill emphasizes the importance of science-based decision making and community engagement in addressing these issues. Overall, the COAST Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to support and protect coastal communities in the face of climate change. It aims to provide the necessary resources and coordination to help these communities adapt to the challenges of coastal erosion and sea level rise.
The COAST Act aims to provide funding and resources to help coastal communities adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change. This includes funding for projects such as beach nourishment, dune restoration, and shoreline stabilization. The bill also seeks to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in order to better address the challenges facing coastal communities.
Additionally, the COAST Act includes provisions for conducting research and data collection on coastal erosion and sea level rise, as well as for developing long-term strategies for coastal resilience. The bill emphasizes the importance of science-based decision making and community engagement in addressing these issues. Overall, the COAST Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to support and protect coastal communities in the face of climate change. It aims to provide the necessary resources and coordination to help these communities adapt to the challenges of coastal erosion and sea level rise.
Congressional Summary of HR 4767
Creating Opportunities to Advance Shoreline Treatments Act or the COAST Act
This bill authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to expand the use of allotted resources for flood control on stream banks and shorelines to include erosion control. Additionally, these resources may be used to prevent damage to areas such as nonhighway roadways, public recreational assets, public lands, and parks.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4767
Bill HR 4767 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4767 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4767's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. as of July 29, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4767
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4767
Primary Policy Focus
Water Resources DevelopmentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4767
To amend the Flood Control Act of 1946 with respect to emergency streambank and shoreline protection, and for other purposes.
COAST Act
COAST Act
Creating Opportunities to Advance Shoreline Treatments Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4767
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