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.
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...
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 to the current list of basin states: Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
The bill specifically extends the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program through FY2030 and increases the federal cost share of a grant project that serves a small, rural, or disadvantaged community to 90% of the total cost of the project. However, the federal share may be increased to 100% of the project's total cost if the grant recipient is unable to pay, or would experience significant financial hardship if required to pay, the nonfederal share.
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...
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 to the current list of basin states: Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
The bill specifically extends the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program through FY2030 and increases the federal cost share of a grant project that serves a small, rural, or disadvantaged community to 90% of the total cost of the project. However, the federal share may be increased to 100% of the project's total cost if the grant recipient is unable to pay, or would experience significant financial hardship if required to pay, the nonfederal share.
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...
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 to the current list of basin states: Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
The bill specifically extends the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program through FY2030 and increases the federal cost share of a grant project that serves a small, rural, or disadvantaged community to 90% of the total cost of the project. However, the federal share may be increased to 100% of the project's total cost if the grant recipient is unable to pay, or would experience significant financial hardship if required to pay, the nonfederal share.