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Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972

A federal law that provides for the management of the nation's coastal resources, balancing economic development with environmental conservation. It encourages states to develop their own coastal management programs.

Secretary of Commerce

The head of the U.S. Department of Commerce, a federal agency responsible for promoting economic growth and opportunity.

Coastal State

Any state in the United States that has a coastline, including those along the Great Lakes, or U.S. territories with coastal areas.

Climate Change Adaptation Plan

A strategy developed by a state or community to prepare for and adjust to the actual or expected effects of climate change, such as sea level rise or increased storm intensity.

Coastal Zone

The land and water areas extending inland from the shore and seaward to the outer limit of the U.S. territorial sea, defined by each state's coastal management program.

Green Infrastructure

Natural or engineered systems that mimic natural processes to manage water, provide environmental benefits, and improve community resilience, such as wetlands, permeable pavements, or urban forests.