These craft are banned from a few water bodies. Wherever use limits are proposed, the debate is fierce. Under 110 of H.R. 2669, the Department of Commerce would be required to complete a study that examines the adverse impacts of these craft on aquatic biota, shoreline stability, and suspended sediments within 4 years. The Department study is to be built from regional studies that reflect coastal geographic and habitat diversity. Background on the Current Coastal Zone Management Program Grants.
Participants can receive grants for many purposes under several CZMA provisions.
Participants can receive program implementation grants under 306, coastal resource management improvement grants under 306A, and program enhancement grants under 309. These grants can be used to help preserve or restore coastal areas, redevelop urban waterfronts and ports and improve access to the shore. The program enhancement grants under 309 do not require a funding match. The funding level for coastal zone management activities has grown slowly. With up to 35 participating states and territories, the money to any individual participant is limited.