The Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection and Restoration Act, (CWPPRA, pronounced kwǐp-rŭh), is federal legislation enacted in 1990 that is designed to identify, prepare, and fund construction of coastal wetlands restoration projects. Since its inception, over 200 coastal restoration or protection projects have been authorized, benefiting approximately 100,000 acres in Louisiana. In addition to maintaining coastal ecosystems through restoration projects, CWPPRA also supports environmental educational initiatives by providing free informational and educational materials on the importance of protecting our wetlands.