I think that is helpful. We are now looking at an authorization for the Coastal Program, and we will be reaching out to get not only the input from Members of the Senate and the House on this, but also the Administration to see whether we can't establish the more permanency of the program through an authorization.
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Cardin discusses seeking input for the Coastal Program's authorization to ensure its permanence.
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