Congress Moves to Honor Century of Coastal Protection with ASBPA 100-Year Anniversary Resolution

This resolution is a formal "pat on the back" for the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA) as it approaches its 100th birthday in 2026. Founded in 1926 in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the ASBPA has spent a century acting as a bridge between the people who study our coastlines—scientists and engineers—and the people who make the rules. The bill officially recognizes the organization’s long-standing mission to keep our beaches intact, our coastal economies humming, and our shorelines resilient against the elements.

A Century in the Sand

While this resolution doesn't change any laws or move any tax dollars around, it highlights the technical work that keeps your favorite vacation spots from disappearing. The ASBPA is the group behind the scenes pushing for policy guidance and scientific standards that affect everything from how sand is replenished on a public beach to how coastal towns prepare for big storms. For anyone who owns a small business in a beach town or just enjoys a weekend on the coast, this recognition underscores a century of work that helps ensure those shorelines stay open and safe for public use.

What This Means for You

Because this is a non-binding resolution, you won't see a change in your paycheck or your local regulations. Instead, it serves as a historical marker. It acknowledges that the collaborative work started in the 1920s remains "critically important" today. By supporting the "goals and ideals" of the centennial, Congress is essentially signaling that coastal preservation remains a national priority, even if this specific piece of paper is more about celebration than regulation. It’s a rare moment of bipartisan agreement on the value of protecting the natural resources that drive our tourism and protect our coastal infrastructure.