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• Subjects: Arctic
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In 1972, the U.S. Congress passed landmark legislation encouraging coastal states to use their full authority for the wise management of coastal resources and development. Today, 32 states, territories, and commonwealths manage more than 99 % of the nation's shoreline with comprehensive, federally approved programs. The coastal areas managed range from the arctic to tropical islands, from sandy to rocky shorelines, and from urban New York City to rural Oregon. Coastal resources and management issues differ from state to state, and no state, territory or commonwealth manages its resources in exactly the same way. Yet all state coastal management programs share a common objective: to balance economic development with their trustee responsibilities to protect public resources. Note: This essay is now provided as a single file for download and printing. Select the "Download Essay " button from any page. To cite this material. This material has been produced by the Government of the United States of America and carries no copyright. The following reference format is suggested: