This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association and honors its century of dedication to coastal science, restoration, and protection.
Sheldon Whitehouse
Senator
RI
This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association. It honors the organization’s century of dedication to using science, policy, and advocacy to protect and restore the nation’s coastal communities and natural resources.
Congress Honors Coastal Defense: American Shore and Beach Preservation Association Hits 100-Year Milestone in 2026.
This resolution is essentially a legislative high-five for the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA) as they gear up for their 100th anniversary in 2026. It officially recognizes a century of work focused on coastal restoration and the use of science to keep our beaches from disappearing. Since its founding in 1926, the ASBPA has acted as a bridge between scientists, local officials, and the public to figure out how to handle the constant tug-of-war between the ocean and the land. The resolution confirms that the mission of protecting our shores is just as vital today for community safety and the economy as it was back in the roaring twenties.
A Century in the Sand
Think of this as a formal 'thank you' for the engineering and policy work that keeps your favorite vacation spots and coastal business districts above water. The resolution highlights that the ASBPA’s century of advocacy has directly benefited U.S. coastal communities by pushing for resilient shorelines. For a small business owner on a boardwalk or a family living in a flood-prone coastal town, this organization’s work in science-based restoration often translates to the physical sand underfoot and the sea walls that protect infrastructure. While the resolution doesn't change any laws or hand out new funding, it cements the ASBPA’s role as a key player in how the U.S. manages its 95,000-plus miles of shoreline.
No Strings Attached
Because this is a commemorative resolution, it’s one of the few things in D.C. that doesn't come with a hidden price tag or a new pile of paperwork. There are no new regulations for developers, no tax changes for homeowners, and no shifts in federal spending. It’s a straightforward acknowledgment of history and progress. For those of us who just want to know if the beach will still be there for our kids, this resolution serves as a reminder that there’s a century-old framework dedicated to exactly that—using science and engineering to make sure our coasts don't just wash away.