Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew celebrated the successful passage of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) with the inclusion of the New Jersey Shore Hot Spot Erosion Mitigation Study which will imminently become law. This measure will protect South Jersey's coastlines by authorizing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to develop and implement projects to mitigate one of the biggest threats to our shorelines: erosion. These projects include the construction of seawalls, living shorelines, and beach renourishment efforts. Congressman Van Drew was proud to work in a bipartisan manner alongside his New Jersey colleague, Representative Frank Pallone (NJ-06), to secure key provisions for the state.

"The Hot Spot Erosion Mitigation Study is a promise to safeguard our coastal way of life and the natural beauty that defines our beloved South Jersey," said Congressman Van Drew (NJ-02). "We must take a novel approach to protect our coastline from the harmful effects of coastal erosion. This new program gives the U.S. Army Corps the tools they need to implement innovations to address this challenge.  As this bill becomes law, I am committed to executing its implementation and continuing my efforts to secure a stronger future for both South Jersey and the entire country."

"Hot spot erosion isn't just about losing sand—it's about losing the first line of defense for New Jersey families and businesses against storms and flooding," said Congressman Frank Pallone (NJ-06). "The Jersey Shore generates over $50 billion in annual economic activity and supports tens of thousands of jobs. This study will help pinpoint problem areas and develop solutions to protect our coastline, preserve our economy, and ensure the safety of our coastal communities."