The Coastal State Climate Preparedness Act of 2025 amends federal coastal management law to create a new federal program helping coastal states prepare for and adapt to climate change impacts. The Secretary of Commerce would establish grants to help coastal states develop climate adaptation plans addressing threats like sea level rise, coastal erosion, changing marine ecosystems, and hazardous weather, along with separate grants to implement projects based on those plans. Eligible activities include protecting and restoring coastal habitats, upgrading public infrastructure to withstand climate impacts, managing invasive species, and training local officials on climate adaptation strategies. The bill requires the Commerce Secretary to issue implementation guidelines within 180 days and does not mandate that states participate or expand their coastal management programs. While the legislation authorizes "such sums as are necessary" for funding, no specific dollar amount is specified.
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