HB9779: Hands Off Our Boca Chica Beach Act of 2026
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To designate Boca Chica Beach located in Cameron County, Texas, as "Boca Chica Beach", and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill would officially designate Boca Chica Beach in Cameron County, Texas with a formal name and protection status. The legislation aims to preserve the beach area, which is located near SpaceX's Starbase facility. The bill affects how the beach can be used and developed going forward. It is currently in the early stage after being introduced in Congress by Representative Vicente Gonzalez.
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HB9779: Hands Off Our Boca Chica Beach Act of 2026