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This bill amends the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act by adding a definition for "groin structure" and establishing a licensing fee for such structures. Specifically, the bill defines a groin structure as a shore structure that may impact shore erosion, wave action, or inundation. It authorizes the Department of Environmental Protection to charge a license fee of up to $250 for constructing, repairing, replacing, operating, maintaining, or removing a groin structure at a specific location. A groin structure is typically a shoreline protection feature, often made of wood, stone, or concrete, that extends from the shore into the water to reduce erosion and alter wave patterns. The bill aims to provide clearer regulatory guidance for these coastal engineering structures and establish a standardized licensing process. The new provisions will take effect 60 days after the bill's enactment, giving stakeholders time to prepare for the new definition and licensing requirements.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

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