The "Defend our Coast Act" is a proposed federal bill aimed at enhancing the protection of U.S. coastlines. The main provisions of the bill include increasing funding for coastal restoration and resiliency projects, strengthening regulations on offshore drilling to reduce environmental risks, improving emergency response capabilities for oil spills and natural disasters, and promoting sustainable coastal development practices. If passed, this legislation would have significant impacts by safeguarding coastal ecosystems, supporting local economies that rely on tourism and fishing industries, and mitigating the effects of climate change on vulnerable coastal regions.
2023-03-01: Introduced in House
2023-03-01: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
2023-03-22: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
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