California Coastal Act of 1976.

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor: Hart (A) , Addis (A) , Bennett
Last action: 2026-04-07
Official status: From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 10. Noes 2.) (April 6).
Effective date: Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material does not provide specific details on who is affected by this resolution.

Celebrating California's Coastal Act

This resolution acknowledges and celebrates 50 years of coastal protection under the California Coastal Act of 1976.

What This Bill Does

Recognizes that it has been 50 years since the California Coastal Act was made into law in 1976.

Terms To Know

California Coastal Act of 1976: A law made to protect and manage land, water, and natural resources along California's coast.

Limits and Unknowns

The resolution does not change any laws or rules about coastal protection.
It only celebrates the act’s anniversary and shows support for its goals.

Bill History

2026-04-07 California Legislative Information
From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 10. Noes 2.) (April 6).
2026-03-23 California Legislative Information
In committee: Hearing cancelled at the request of author.
2026-03-02 California Legislative Information
Referred to Com. on NAT. RES.
2026-02-26 California Legislative Information
From printer.
2026-02-26 California Legislative Information
From printer.
2026-02-25 California Legislative Information
Introduced. To print.

Official Summary Text

ACR 149, as introduced, Hart.
California Coastal Act of 1976.
This measure would acknowledge and celebrate 50 years of coastal protection and affirm the state’s longstanding commitment to protecting its coastal waters, as specified.

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