Extending National Estuary Program Funding and Operations Until 2031
This Act extends the authorization for the federal National Estuary Program (NEP) for an additional five years, moving the expiration date from 2026 to 2031. This ensures the continuation of efforts aimed at protecting and improving water quality in vital coastal areas, directly impacting beach cleanliness, the health of local ecosystems, and economies reliant on fishing and tourism. Coastal communities will continue to receive support for maintaining healthy aquatic environments.
Key points
The National Estuary Program is reauthorized until 2031, ensuring continued funding for water quality improvement and coastal ecosystem protection efforts.
Program continuation supports local communities in managing water resources, positively affecting quality of life, tourism, and fisheries in coastal regions.
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