RELATING TO BEACHES.

SB 403 limits public funding for beach replenishment projects in resort-zoned areas to 20% of the total project cost. This directly affects local governments and resort communities that rely on public funds to maintain beaches in designated resort zones. The bill requires property owners or private entities in these areas to cover at least 80% of replenishment costs, shifting financial responsibility away from public budgets. The measure is currently pending in committee review for the 2026 legislative session.