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Federal officials are reviewing California’s coastal management program, potentially threatening the state’s authority to block projects like offshore drilling and deep seabed mining—decisions that could reshape our shores. This audit, launched by NOAA after a 2024 review, asks for public input on critical coastal issues, with implications including funding cuts if California’s program is deemed out of scope. Established in 1978 under the Coastal Zone Management Act—a cornerstone environmental law—California’s program has historically given states a powerful voice in federal coastal decisions. But this time, critics worry the federal push may overstep. With in-person hearings, virtual meetings, and a deadline for written comments on August 22nd, now’s your chance to weigh in before the feds make a final call.

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