arrow_back Back to App

Coastal Habitat Conservation Act: Funding Ecosystem Restoration and Wildlife Protection

This law authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to support efforts to assess, protect, and restore vital coastal landscapes. This means the government will provide technical and financial assistance for projects in priority coastal landscapes to conserve and recover Federal trust species. $16,957,000 annually is authorized for this purpose for fiscal years 2024 through 2028.
Key points
Financial and Technical Support: The government will provide funding and expertise to partners (including states, local governments, non-profits, and private entities) for coastal habitat protection and restoration projects.
Protection of Trust Species: Actions will focus on conserving and recovering ecosystems crucial for federally protected species (e.g., migratory birds, threatened fish, and marine mammals).
Environmental Investment: Authorization of $16,957,000 annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 to carry out the Coastal Program.
Transparency and Reporting: The Secretary must submit annual reports detailing program progress, including funds expended and areas protected, ensuring public transparency.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Became Law
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2950
Sponsor: Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]
Process start date: 2023-04-27
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-3-pro-preview
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Coastal Habitat Conservation Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2950.

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 2023-04-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial and Technical Support: The government will provide funding and expertise to partners (including states, local governments, non-profits, and private entities) for coastal habitat protection and restoration projects.
  • Protection of Trust Species: Actions will focus on conserving and recovering ecosystems crucial for federally protected species (e.g., migratory birds, threatened fish, and marine mammals).
  • Environmental Investment: Authorization of $16,957,000 annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 to carry out the Coastal Program.
  • Transparency and Reporting: The Secretary must submit annual reports detailing program progress, including funds expended and areas protected, ensuring public transparency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-138.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

CATEGORIES

Environment Public Investments