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HR 8383 United States House · 117th Congress

To amend the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to improve provisions relating to the development of hydropower at Corps of Engineers facilities, and for other purposes.

Summary
This bill requires the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to (1) assess opportunities to increase hydroelectric power at its projects (e.g, dams and locks), and (2) create a new program manager position for nonfederal hydroelectric power development.
Issues: ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates increased hydropower development at Corps facilities, a renewable energy source, and creates a program manager for nonfederal hydroelectric projects, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes hydropower development, a renewable energy source, aligning with clean energy promotion indicators without environmental harm mentioned.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2022
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Introduced Jul 14, 2022 Last action Jul 15, 2022
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Jul 15, 2022
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Jul 14, 2022
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jul 14, 2022
House · Introduced
Introduced in House
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Ann M. Kuster
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NH
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