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Federal Grants to Preserve Working Waterfronts for Fishing and Boatbuilding Industries.

This Act establishes a competitive federal grant program to fund projects that support and protect coastal areas used by commercial fishing, aquaculture, and boatbuilding industries. The grants help local governments, non-profits, and industry participants finance essential infrastructure improvements, such as wharfs and facilities, ensuring continued access to coastal waters and supporting local maritime economies. This aims to stabilize jobs and economic activity in coastal communities.
Key points
Creates a $20 million annual grant program (2024-2028) for improving and protecting working waterfront infrastructure in coastal states.
Funds can be used for construction, repairs, ensuring access to coastal waters, and making properties resilient to climate change impacts.
Grants cover up to 50% of project costs and explicitly prohibit the use of eminent domain (forced property seizure) for property acquisition.
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Print number: 118_S_3180
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Process start date: 2023-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Working Waterfront Preservation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3180.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates a $20 million annual grant program (2024-2028) for improving and protecting working waterfront infrastructure in coastal states.
  • Funds can be used for construction, repairs, ensuring access to coastal waters, and making properties resilient to climate change impacts.
  • Grants cover up to 50% of project costs and explicitly prohibit the use of eminent domain (forced property seizure) for property acquisition.
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 Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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