Relating to bioengineering for the protection of coastal resources.

Added a specific appropriation of $268,488 from the General Fund to the Department of Land Conservation and Development for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, to develop rules related to nature-based shoreline stabilization methods.

Updated the Senate order date from February 28 to June 20, and clarified that Senate Amendments include both February 28 and June 20 dates.

Revised the bill digest to explicitly state that the appropriated funds are for developing rules, improving clarity on how the money will be used.

Changed the term 'soil bioengineering systems' to 'nonstructural, nature-based solutions' and expanded the definition to include native organisms like shellfish and locally sourced materials.

Added requirement for rules to include criteria for wildlife habitat, water quality, cultural resources, and public access.

Added requirement for rules to provide guidance on monitoring, maintenance, and reconstruction of nature-based solutions.

Added requirement for the commission to confer with the Department of State Lands and State Parks and Recreation Department.

Added requirement to appoint an advisory committee that includes restoration professionals and tribal representatives.

Added requirement for rules to include provisions for monitoring, maintenance, and reconstruction of nature-based solutions.