To clarify jurisdiction with respect to certain Bureau of Reclamation pumped storage development, and for other purposes.
United States118th CongressHR-1607House of Representatives
Updated: Dec 23, 2024
Summary
This act transfers National Forest System land near the Salt River in Arizona to the Bureau of Reclamation to expand the area used for generating hydropower for the Salt River Federal Reclamation Project. Any facilities on the covered land constructed by the Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement and Power District or the Salt River Valley Water Users’ Association must conform to Reclamation's standards. Once the facilities are substantially completed, Reclamation must take ownership of them. The district and the association must take responsibility for the facilities' operation and maintenance. The act also exempts the land transfer from review under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. It also directs the Bureau of Reclamation to serve as the lead agency with respect to environmental compliance.
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Latest companion bill action
S-739: A bill to clarify jurisdiction with respect to certain Bureau of Reclamation pumped storage development, and for other purposes.Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Manchin with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Senate
Presented to President.
House of Representatives
Became Public Law No: 118-162.
Signed by President.