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

# Summary of S 1724: Town of North Topsail Beach Coastal Barrier Resources System Map Amendment Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does** This bill would modify the federal Coastal Barrier Resources System (CBRS) map for the Town of North Topsail Beach, North Carolina. The CBRS is a federal program that restricts federal funding and insurance for development in sensitive coastal areas to protect them from erosion and storm damage.

By amending the map, this bill would likely remove or adjust certain areas in North Topsail Beach from CBRS protections, potentially allowing those areas to access federal funding and flood insurance that is currently unavailable to CBRS-designated zones. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects property owners and developers in North Topsail Beach, who would gain access to federal flood insurance and development funding for the affected areas. It could also impact environmental conservation efforts, as CBRS restrictions are designed to preserve coastal ecosystems and reduce taxpayer costs from development in high-risk areas. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.