The Military Installation Shoreline Protection Act expands the Department of Defense's authority to undertake shoreline erosion control projects at military installations threatened by coastal erosion and extreme weather. Currently, the military can only manage stormwater on installations, but this bill adds the ability to conduct shoreline protection projects using methods such as riprap, sea walls, natural plantings, and other erosion control technologies. The legislation affects military installations located on shorelines and the civilian infrastructure that supports them, as well as nearby waterways and ecosystems. No specific funding amount or implementation timeline is designated in the bill, as it primarily modifies existing legal authority under federal law rather than appropriating new funds. The bill was introduced by Senator Rubio in July 2024 and referred to the Senate Armed Services Committee for consideration.
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