Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Bill to Bolster Nature-Based Coastline Protection

Preservation of coastlines, natural resources enhanced

(The Center Square) – Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills into law this week meant to preserve Florida’s coastlines and protect the state’s natural resources.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs bill to bolster nature-based coastline protection

MIAMI — Building along the water’s edge comes with consequences as the sea rises, and for decades the first line of defense against flooding has been concrete seawalls. Now, the state is leaning into another approach: “living shorelines” such as…