August 12, 2026
The Trump administration is trying to give federal agencies the ability to override California's Coastal Commission by attacking California’s Coastal Management Program--putting private industry interests, fossil fuels, and corporate projects ahead of our coastlines, marine ecosystems, and the communities that depend on them.
The directive even makes it clear that this is retaliation for the Commission not supporting some of Elon Musk's SpaceX projects. Our coastal communities and marine life shouldn't have to pay the price for his pettiness.
Click here to send your comment and how to fight back:
- acces the link to send an email to NOAA (NOAA must respond to every individual email) and add your thoughts to your message
- learn how to call in on 8/11 or 8/12 to give a public comment at the virtual hearings
- talking points from Sierra Club CA and from Surfrider
- sign up and you will receive a reminder for the public comments
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Additionally, the very next day on 8/13, the Coastal Commission will vote on the current proposal to start fracking in the Pacific Ocean for the first time in over a decade.
Click here if you can make it in-person to Santa Cruz to rally and comment at the hearing.
Thank you for defending our coasts! 🐳
