This resolution acknowledges the importance of Rhode Island's shorelines and coastal waters to the state's economy, including tourism and the seafood industry. It recognizes the roles of the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council and the Department of Environmental Management in preserving and protecting these resources. The resolution suggests that the structure of these entities should be reviewed to ensure they meet current and future needs.

The resolution requests that the Department of Administration (DOA) conduct a thorough review and analysis of the Coastal Resources Management Council. This includes evaluating the implications of the Council becoming a standalone department or merging with the Department of Environmental Management, analyzing the current operating structure, staffing, resources, and potential overlaps in authority. The DOA is also tasked with determining what federal approvals would be necessary for these changes. The Senate asks the DOA to develop recommendations on how to proceed with the Council and to report its findings and recommendations by February 1, 2025. The Secretary of State is directed to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Director of the Department of Administration.