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SAND Act
12/15/2023, 3:58 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3410
The SAND Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3410, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of sand scarcity in coastal regions of the United States.
The SAND Act aims to establish a program within the Department of the Interior that would provide funding and resources for the replenishment of sand on beaches that have experienced erosion. This program would prioritize projects that are deemed to be of critical importance for protecting infrastructure, wildlife habitats, and recreational areas along the coast.
Additionally, the SAND Act would require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the economic and environmental impacts of sand scarcity in coastal regions. This study would help to inform future decision-making and resource allocation related to beach nourishment projects. Overall, the SAND Act seeks to address the pressing issue of sand scarcity in coastal areas by providing funding, resources, and research to support the replenishment of sand on eroded beaches. This legislation aims to protect vital infrastructure, wildlife habitats, and recreational areas along the coast, while also promoting sustainable coastal management practices.
The SAND Act aims to establish a program within the Department of the Interior that would provide funding and resources for the replenishment of sand on beaches that have experienced erosion. This program would prioritize projects that are deemed to be of critical importance for protecting infrastructure, wildlife habitats, and recreational areas along the coast.
Additionally, the SAND Act would require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the economic and environmental impacts of sand scarcity in coastal regions. This study would help to inform future decision-making and resource allocation related to beach nourishment projects. Overall, the SAND Act seeks to address the pressing issue of sand scarcity in coastal areas by providing funding, resources, and research to support the replenishment of sand on eroded beaches. This legislation aims to protect vital infrastructure, wildlife habitats, and recreational areas along the coast, while also promoting sustainable coastal management practices.
Congressional Summary of HR 3410
Sand Acquisition, Nourishment, and Development Act or the SAND Act
This bill allows the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to acquire fill material for beach erosion and nourishment purposes from non-domestic sources even if such materials are available from domestic sources.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3410
Bill HR 3410 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3410 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3410's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. as of May 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3410
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3410
Primary Policy Focus
Water Resources DevelopmentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3410
SAND Act
SAND Act
Sand Acquisition, Nourishment, and Development Act
To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to modify a provision relating to acquisition of beach fill.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3410
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