To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 with respect to cost sharing provisions for the territories and Indian Tribes, and for other purposes.
This bill removes a $200,000 spending cap on federal cost sharing for water infrastructure projects in U.S. territories and Indian Tribes under the 1986 Water Resources Development Act. It directly affects tribal nations and territories by allowing them to access full federal funding for eligible water projects without the previous limit. The key change eliminates the $200,000 maximum for cost-sharing amounts, streamlining how federal funds cover project expenses. This amendment simplifies the process for these entities to secure federal support for water resource development.
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May 2024
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Introduced May 14, 2024
Last action May 15, 2024
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May 15, 2024
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
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May 14, 2024
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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May 14, 2024
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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