House Resolution No. [insert number] approves the annual state integrated coastal protection plan for Fiscal Year 2026, as adopted by the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board. This resolution is grounded in Louisiana Revised Statutes, which establish the board's role in overseeing the protection, conservation, enhancement, and restoration of the state's coastal areas. The plan outlines various projects and programs aimed at addressing the coastal crisis, including hurricane protection and restoration initiatives, and emphasizes the importance of public input through mandated hearings and written comments prior to the plan's submission to legislative committees.

The resolution stipulates that the annual plan must be submitted to specific legislative committees for guidance and approval, and it will take effect upon approval by a majority of both houses of the legislature or automatically if not disapproved by July 1, 2025. The resolution underscores the collaborative effort between the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board and local governing bodies to ensure effective coastal management and response to environmental challenges. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the chairman of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board.