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San Luis Unit Drainage Resolution Act

4/7/2025, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1769

Bill 115 hr 1769, also known as the San Luis Unit Drainage Resolution Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address the issue of drainage in the San Luis Unit of the Central Valley Project in California.

The San Luis Unit is a part of the larger Central Valley Project, which provides water to agricultural lands in California's Central Valley. However, due to inadequate drainage systems in the San Luis Unit, excess water has accumulated, leading to waterlogging and salinity problems in the area.

The San Luis Unit Drainage Resolution Act seeks to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to enter into agreements with local water agencies to address these drainage issues. The bill would provide funding for the construction of drainage facilities and other necessary infrastructure to improve water management in the area. Supporters of the bill argue that addressing the drainage issues in the San Luis Unit is crucial for maintaining the productivity of agricultural lands in the region. They believe that the bill will help to protect water quality, prevent waterlogging, and improve overall water management in the area. Opponents of the bill have raised concerns about the cost of the proposed infrastructure projects and the potential impact on local water resources. They argue that the bill may not adequately address the root causes of the drainage issues in the San Luis Unit and could have negative environmental consequences. Overall, the San Luis Unit Drainage Resolution Act is a complex piece of legislation that aims to address longstanding drainage issues in the San Luis Unit of the Central Valley Project. The bill has generated debate among lawmakers and stakeholders, with supporters and opponents offering differing perspectives on the best way to manage water resources in the region.

Current Status of Bill HR 1769

Bill HR 1769 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 28, 2017. Bill HR 1769 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on March 28, 2017.  Bill HR 1769's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 253. as of October 16, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1769

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1769

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

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