Number: RS20498 Title: COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT REAUTHORIZATION: AN OVERVIEW Authors: Jeffrey A. Zinn, Resources, Science, and Industry Division Abstract: Congress is considering legislation that would reauthorize the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. This overview summarizes the programs created by this act and its amendments, and outlines issues associated with reauthorization. Pages: 6 Date: Updated March 14, 2000