HR Bill 1395 Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2023-03-07

Bill 118 hr 1395, also known as the Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and strengthen conservation efforts in the Delaware River Basin. The Delaware River Basin is a vital watershed that provides drinking water to millions of people in four states: Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The bill includes provisions to continue funding for conservation programs in the basin, such as the Delaware River Basin Conservation Program and the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program. These programs support projects that improve water quality, protect wildlife habitats, and enhance recreational opportunities in the basin. Additionally, the bill seeks to promote collaboration among federal, state, and local stakeholders in the basin to ensure that conservation efforts are coordinated and effective. It also includes measures to increase public outreach and education about the importance of preserving the Delaware River Basin. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1395 aims to protect and enhance the natural resources of the Delaware River Basin for future generations. It has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in ensuring the long-term health and sustainability of this important watershed.

Recent Activity

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Unanimous Consent.

Alternative Names

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

To amend the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act to reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs, and for other purposes.

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

To amend the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act to reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

Policy Areas

Water Resources Development

Potential Impact

Aquatic ecology

Delaware

Economic development

Environmental assessment, monitoring, research

Floods and storm protection

Intergovernmental relations

Lakes and rivers

Land use and conservation

Marine and coastal resources, fisheries

Maryland

New Jersey

New York State

Pennsylvania

Water quality

Water resources funding

Water use and supply

Watersheds

Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Aquatic ecology

Delaware

Economic development

Environmental assessment, monitoring, research

Floods and storm protection

Intergovernmental relations

Lakes and rivers

Land use and conservation

Marine and coastal resources, fisheries

Maryland

New Jersey

New York State

Pennsylvania

Water quality

Water resources funding

Water use and supply

Watersheds

Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Rep. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large]

Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]

Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]

Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]

Rep. Wild, Susan [D-PA-7]

Rep. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3]

Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]

Rep. Molinaro, Marcus J. [R-NY-19]

Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]

Rep. Ryan, Patrick [D-NY-18]

Rep. Kean, Thomas H. [R-NJ-7]

Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]

Rep. Norcross, Donald [D-NJ-1]

Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]

Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]

Committees and Subcommittees

Natural Resources Committee

Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee

Natural Resources Committee

Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee

Variations and Revisions

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

11/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program and increases the federal cost share for certain grant projects. The bill also adds Maryland...

Bill 118 hr 1395, also known as the Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and strengthen conservation efforts in the Delaware River Basin. The Delaware River Basin is a vital...
Congress
118

Number
HR - 1395

Introduced on
2023-03-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/7/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program and increases the federal cost share for certain grant projects. The bill also adds Maryland...

Bill 118 hr 1395, also known as the Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and strengthen conservation efforts in the Delaware River Basin. The Delaware River Basin is a vital...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act to reauthorize Delaware River Basin conservation programs, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Water Resources Development

Potential Impact
Aquatic ecology•
Delaware•
Economic development•
Environmental assessment, monitoring, research•
Floods and storm protection•
Intergovernmental relations•
Lakes and rivers•
Land use and conservation•
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries•
Maryland•
New Jersey•
New York State•
Pennsylvania•
Water quality•
Water resources funding•
Water use and supply•
Watersheds•
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary4/27/2023

Delaware River Basin Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program and increases the federal cost share for certain grant projects. The bill also adds Maryland...


Latest Action11/20/2024
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Unanimous Consent.