An Act relative to promoting the beneficial use of dredged materials for coastal resilience, nourishment and restoration

This bill establishes guidelines for using dredged materials (sand and sediment removed from waterways) in coastal restoration projects instead of traditional disposal methods. It requires state environmental agencies to prioritize beneficial uses, such as beach nourishment and shoreline stabilization, to improve coastal resilience. Coastal communities and state agencies managing dredging operations would be directly affected by implementing these new requirements. The policy aims to reduce disposal costs while enhancing natural coastal protection through existing dredging activities.