On the recordApril 23, 1996
the California coast is one of the world's natural treasures, and Californians know that they must preserve these wonderful shores so that not only will Californians enjoy them but people from all over the world will enjoy them. The Coastal Zone Management Reauthorization Act of 1996 will help California meet this responsibility. The bill's annual grant program will ensure that the wisest protections and the best usage of the coastal areas are maintained. California's coast belongs to the generations yet to come. This legislation ensures that this great treasure will remain for a very, very long time.
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