An Act preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion

This bill amends state law to ensure that barrier beaches moving onto the beds of Great Ponds due to erosion or sea-level rise remain public property. It specifically protects these areas from being claimed by private landowners, thereby preserving public access to the land. The legislation includes a safeguard stating that it does not apply to existing private property and outlines a process for citizens to request a public hearing if there are disputes about the location of former pond beds.