Despite contributing $240 billion to our national economy, pollution renders many of our beaches unsafe for us to surf, swim, and play, and increasing storm events, flooding, erosion, and sea level rise are chipping away at our shores. Together, these threats put our coastal economies, livelihoods, and communities at risk.
Congress funds coastal management and clean water programs within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency through the passage of the annual budget.
Once again, the Trump administration is attempting to gut these agencies and critical programs. Surfrider is urging Congress to protect funding for federal coastal and ocean programs, and reject the President’s Budget.
Congress needs to hear from YOU! We need your voice to amplify calls to increase funding for our ocean, coasts, and beaches.