(a) The Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network is a cooperative project of Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi, Lamar University, the Texas Water Development Board, and the land office.
(b) The network shall collect data on natural processes affecting the coast for the purpose of studying, planning for, and managing human uses of the coast as they are affected by those natural processes.
(c) The participating state entities shall coordinate the project with the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and other appropriate entities, including private entities.
(d) The participating state entities may contract and enter into agreements with the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and other appropriate entities, including private entities, as necessary to carry out their duties under this section.