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HB 165 Original 2019 Regular Session Gisclair
Abstract: Requires that agreements between an acquiring agency and a landowner for integrated
coastal protection projects ensure public recreational access to lands and waterways
reclaimed.
Present law authorizes "acquiring authorities" to enter into agreements with respect to the ownership
of minerals and surface rights for purposes of integrated coastal restoration projects.
Proposed law requires that the agreement contain a provision that ensures the public shall have
access to the acquired land and waterways contained therein for navigation, boating, recreational
fishing, hunting, trapping, and nature observation and study.
(Adds R.S. 41:1702(D)(2)(a)(ii)(gg))