Creates a $1 billion fund each year to protect coastal communities from storms.
This bill would set up a new fund with $1 billion annually to help coastal communities prepare for and recover from storms. It would give the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dedicated money for projects like building sea walls and restoring shorelines. These projects currently rely on general government funding. This aims to provide more consistent support for storm protection.
Right now, projects to protect coasts from storms get money from general government funds, which can vary each year. This bill would create a special fund, putting $1 billion into it every year from offshore oil and gas revenues, specifically for these projects. This would provide a more consistent and dedicated funding source for coastal storm protection.
HR 7459 · 119th Congress · February 10, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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