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Coastal Support: New Funds for Protection and Renewable Energy

This act aims to redirect a portion of revenues from offshore oil, gas, and wind projects towards coastal protection and ecosystem restoration. This means more funding for environmental protection, climate resilience, and renewable energy development, potentially improving safety and quality of life in coastal regions. It also introduces greater transparency in how states spend these funds.
Key points
More money from offshore wind projects will go to coastal states for shoreline protection and infrastructure development.
The National Oceans and Coastal Security Fund will receive increased funding for scientific research, habitat protection, and community resilience.
States and local communities will be required to report on how they spend the received funds, increasing transparency.
Changes were made to the distribution of Gulf of Mexico revenues, removing limits and introducing new reporting requirements.
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Print number: 117_HR_9049
Sponsor: Rep. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RISEE Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9049.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More money from offshore wind projects will go to coastal states for shoreline protection and infrastructure development.
  • The National Oceans and Coastal Security Fund will receive increased funding for scientific research, habitat protection, and community resilience.
  • States and local communities will be required to report on how they spend the received funds, increasing transparency.
  • Changes were made to the distribution of Gulf of Mexico revenues, removing limits and introducing new reporting requirements.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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