The Louisiana Legislature has unanimously adopted the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority’s (CPRA) Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Plan, advancing a record-breaking $1.98 billion investment in coastal restoration and protection – the largest single-year investment in the program’s history.
According to CPRA, the plan received unanimous support on both the Louisiana House and Senate floors, signaling strong, bipartisan support for protecting and restoring Louisiana’s coast.
“ Protecting Louisiana’s coast is not just a priority – it’s a necessity ,” said Gov. Jeff Landry . “The unanimous support this plan received from both the House and the Senate reflects a shared, bipartisan commitment to this cause. We are putting nearly $2 billion to work to safeguard our coastal communities, culture, and economy.”
The FY 2026 Annual Plan outlines a bold path forward, supporting 146 active projects and the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of 163 completed projects.
Also, these efforts span engineering, design, construction, marsh creation, barrier island restoration, and major flood risk reduction projects across the coast.
Among the plan’s highlights: