Town of North Topsail Beach Coastal Barrier Resources System Map Amendment Act of 2025

# Town of North Topsail Beach Coastal Barrier Resources System Map Amendment Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would modify the official maps that govern the Coastal Barrier Resources System (CBRS) in the Town of North Topsail Beach, North Carolina. The CBRS is a federal program that restricts federal funding and insurance for development in environmentally sensitive coastal areas. By amending the map, this bill would likely change which areas in North Topsail Beach fall under these restrictions, potentially allowing for different development or federal support in certain locations. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects property owners, developers, and the Town of North Topsail Beach in North Carolina.

It could also impact taxpayers by changing what federal resources are available for coastal projects in that area, and potentially affect coastal ecosystems and beaches that fall within the redefined boundaries. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Gregory Murphy (R-NC) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The specific reasons for the proposed map amendment are not detailed in this summary, though such changes are typically requested when local communities believe the current designations don't accurately reflect conditions or community needs.