Expands the definition of beach restoration to include activities beneficial to beach lands in response to sea level rise.
The bill amends the definition of "beach restoration" to include activities that maintain and improve beaches and dune systems, place sand on eroded beaches, and remove abandoned remnant materials. This change aims to address the increasing threat of sea level rise and beach loss, recognizing the importance of beaches as a public trust resource and their role in providing natural resilience to coastal flooding.
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