The Coastal Zone Management Program

An Uncertain Future Gao ID: GGD-76-107 December 10, 1976

An assessment was made of progress under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the coastal States and territories. The Act provides for incentives to States including grants administered by NOAA for the wise use of coastal resources.

Although some progress has been made, many problems have developed in implementation by the States and coordination with Federal agencies. There has been a lack of understanding of State problems, weaknesses in monitoring procedures, and conflicting policies between State and Federal agencies. Some problems in funding and implementation have resulted from lack of public support.

Recommendations

Our recommendations from this work are listed below with a Contact for more information. Status will change from "In process" to "Open," "Closed - implemented," or "Closed - not implemented" based on our follow up work.

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