Members come from all over America's coastline, from Maine to Florida, California to Alaska.
They include governments and officials, tourist bureaus, business owners, academics, property owners, coastal residents, and many others. Each member has direct access to ACC's legislative experts, who work closely with Congress, the White House, EPA, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, OMB, and all federal agencies shaping laws and regulations on coastal issues. In addition, members have access to technical information on coastal issues prepared by ACC's staff. Every member plays an important role in setting ACC's agenda, and all members have the opportunity to assist the ACC based on their area of expertise. Members also elect a Board of Directors annually.