STREAM Act

3/12/2024, 7:08 PM
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held.
The STREAM Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2162, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of abandoned mine lands and the environmental hazards they pose.

The bill aims to reauthorize the Abandoned Mine Land (AML) program, which provides funding for the reclamation and restoration of abandoned mine lands. This program is crucial in addressing the environmental damage caused by abandoned mines, such as water pollution and land degradation.

Additionally, the STREAM Act seeks to prioritize the reclamation of abandoned mine lands that pose the greatest environmental and public health risks. This includes sites that are located near water sources or residential areas. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to promote economic development in communities affected by abandoned mine lands. This includes funding for projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth in these areas. Overall, the STREAM Act is aimed at addressing the environmental and economic challenges posed by abandoned mine lands. By reauthorizing and prioritizing the AML program, this bill seeks to protect public health, restore the environment, and promote economic development in affected communities.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2162

Introduced on
2023-06-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/22/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held.
The STREAM Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2162, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of abandoned mine lands and the environmental hazards they pose.

The bill aims to reauthorize the Abandoned Mine Land (AML) program, which provides funding for the reclamation and restoration of abandoned mine lands. This program is crucial in addressing the environmental damage caused by abandoned mines, such as water pollution and land degradation.

Additionally, the STREAM Act seeks to prioritize the reclamation of abandoned mine lands that pose the greatest environmental and public health risks. This includes sites that are located near water sources or residential areas. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to promote economic development in communities affected by abandoned mine lands. This includes funding for projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth in these areas. Overall, the STREAM Act is aimed at addressing the environmental and economic challenges posed by abandoned mine lands. By reauthorizing and prioritizing the AML program, this bill seeks to protect public health, restore the environment, and promote economic development in affected communities.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to support water infrastructure in Reclamation States, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Water Resources Development

Potential Impact
Arizona•
California•
Cardiovascular and respiratory health•
Colorado•
Congressional oversight•
Dams and canals•
Electric power generation and transmission•
Emergency medical services and trauma care•
Endangered and threatened species•
Environmental assessment, monitoring, research•
Government information and archives•
Government studies and investigations•
Idaho•
Infectious and parasitic diseases•
Infrastructure development•
Kansas•
Latin America•
Mexico•
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Nevada•
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Oklahoma•
Oregon•
Public contracts and procurement•
Rural conditions and development•
South Dakota•
State and local finance•
State and local government operations•
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Utah•
Washington State•
Water quality•
Water resources funding•
Water storage•
Water use and supply•
Watersheds•
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection•
Wyoming

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Latest Action7/19/2023
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held.