To clarify jurisdiction with respect to certain Bureau of Reclamation pumped storage development, and for other purposes.

This bill transfers National Forest System land near the Salt River in Arizona to the Bureau of Reclamation to expand the area used for generating electric power for the Salt River Federal Reclamation Project. Any facilities on the covered land constructed by the Salt River Project are owned by Reclamation, but the Salt River Project is responsible for the facilities' operation and maintenance.

Bill 118 hr 1607, also known as the "Bureau of Reclamation Pumped Storage Development Act," aims to clarify the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Reclamation in regards to certain pumped storage development projects. Pumped storage is a method of storing energy by pumping water uphill to a reservoir when electricity is abundant, and then releasing it downhill through turbines to generate electricity when it is needed.

The bill seeks to ensure that the Bureau of Reclamation has the authority to develop and operate pumped storage projects on lands under its jurisdiction. This includes projects that involve the construction of new facilities or the modification of existing ones. By clarifying the Bureau's jurisdiction, the bill aims to streamline the approval process for these projects and facilitate their development.

In addition to clarifying jurisdiction, the bill also includes provisions for the Bureau of Reclamation to enter into agreements with non-federal entities to develop and operate pumped storage projects. These agreements would allow for the sharing of costs and responsibilities between the Bureau and private entities, potentially increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of these projects. Overall, the "Bureau of Reclamation Pumped Storage Development Act" aims to promote the development of pumped storage projects on federal lands, while also ensuring that the Bureau of Reclamation has the necessary authority and resources to oversee these projects effectively.