RESTORATION STUDY.

SEC. 320. [16 U.S.C. 1869] RESTORATION STUDY. (a) In General.—The Secretary may conduct a study to update scientific information and protocols needed to improve restoration techniques for a variety of coast habitat types and synthesize the results in a format easily understandable by restoration practitioners and local communities. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.—There are authorized to be appropriated $500,000 for fiscal year 2007 to conduct this study.