Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024

12/21/2024, 6:08 AM

Water Resources Development Act of 2024

This bill authorizes, deauthorizes, and modifies various water resources feasibility studies and projects of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, such as studies or projects to 

  • make certain waterways more navigable,
  • support water supply and storage projects,
  • reduce flood and storm damage,
  • restore aquatic ecosystems and conserve fish and wildlife,
  • maintain ports and harbors,
  • manage recreational sites and facilities,
  • rehabilitate dams,
  • construct water and wastewater infrastructure, and 
  • support other water resources infrastructure.
Bill 118 s 4367, also known as the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to address various water resource development projects across the country.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the authorization of funding for the construction and maintenance of water infrastructure projects, such as dams, levees, and ports. These projects are crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe transportation of goods and people, as well as for protecting communities from flooding and other water-related disasters.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the restoration and preservation of wetlands and other natural habitats. These efforts are important for maintaining biodiversity and protecting ecosystems that are vital for the health of our planet. Furthermore, the bill addresses issues related to water quality and pollution control. It includes measures to improve water treatment facilities and reduce pollution in our waterways, which is essential for ensuring clean and safe drinking water for all Americans. Overall, the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address a wide range of water resource development issues in the United States. It reflects a bipartisan effort to improve infrastructure, protect the environment, and ensure the health and safety of all Americans.
Congress
118

Number
S - 4367

Introduced on
2024-05-20

# Amendments
1

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

8/1/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

Water Resources Development Act of 2024

This bill authorizes, deauthorizes, and modifies various water resources feasibility studies and projects of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, such as studies or projects to 

  • make certain waterways more navigable,
  • support water supply and storage projects,
  • reduce flood and storm damage,
  • restore aquatic ecosystems and conserve fish and wildlife,
  • maintain ports and harbors,
  • manage recreational sites and facilities,
  • rehabilitate dams,
  • construct water and wastewater infrastructure, and 
  • support other water resources infrastructure.
Bill 118 s 4367, also known as the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to address various water resource development projects across the country.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the authorization of funding for the construction and maintenance of water infrastructure projects, such as dams, levees, and ports. These projects are crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe transportation of goods and people, as well as for protecting communities from flooding and other water-related disasters.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the restoration and preservation of wetlands and other natural habitats. These efforts are important for maintaining biodiversity and protecting ecosystems that are vital for the health of our planet. Furthermore, the bill addresses issues related to water quality and pollution control. It includes measures to improve water treatment facilities and reduce pollution in our waterways, which is essential for ensuring clean and safe drinking water for all Americans. Overall, the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address a wide range of water resource development issues in the United States. It reflects a bipartisan effort to improve infrastructure, protect the environment, and ensure the health and safety of all Americans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United States, to provide for the conservation and development of water and related resources, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Water Resources Development

Potential Impact
Advisory bodies•
Alabama•
Alaska•
Aquatic ecology•
Arizona•
Arkansas•
California•
Civil actions and liability•
Climate change and greenhouse gases•
Colorado•
Congressional oversight•
Connecticut•
Dams and canals•
Delaware•
District of Columbia•
Ecology•
Emergency planning and evacuation•
Environmental assessment, monitoring, research•
Environmental health•
Environmental regulatory procedures•
Floods and storm protection•
Florida•
Georgia•
Government information and archives•
Government studies and investigations•
Government trust funds•
Great Lakes•
Hawaii•
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances•
Higher education•
Illinois•
Indian lands and resources rights•
Indiana•
Infrastructure development•
Iowa•
Kansas•
Kentucky•
Lakes and rivers•
Licensing and registrations•
Louisiana•
Marine and inland water transportation•
Maryland•
Massachusetts•
Michigan•
Mississippi River•
Missouri River•
Natural disasters•
Navigation, waterways, harbors•
Nevada•
New Hampshire•
New Jersey•
New York State•
North Carolina•
North Dakota•
Ohio•
Oklahoma•
Oregon•
Outdoor recreation•
Pennsylvania•
Pest management•
Public-private cooperation•
Puerto Rico•
Seashores and lakeshores•
South Carolina•
South Dakota•
State and local government operations•
Tennessee•
Texas•
Vermont•
Virginia•
Washington State•
Water quality•
Water resources funding•
Water storage•
Water use and supply•
Watersheds•
West Virginia•
Wetlands•
Wisconsin

Comments

APPROVED
JS
Judith Shannon
@lemon_jerusalem_artichoke_nigella_sativa72247
I can't believe this bill, it's so unfair and doesn't make sense. Why are they doing this? It's just not right.

APPROVED
NH
Nola Hurst
@potato_nigella_black_peppercorn82433
I can't believe this new bill, it's just so sad. It's going to have a big impact on all of us, and I don't think it's fair. This is going to affect me in ways I can't even imagine. I wish they would reconsider this, it's just not right. The short ter...

APPROVED
KT
Kyrie Terry
@bagel_broad_beans_mcclelland51962
This thing is a total disaster. It's like they didn't even bother to think about the consequences of passing it. I can't believe they expect us to just sit back and let this happen. It's a joke, plain and simple. The big picture here is that this bil...

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Water Resources Development Act of 2024

This bill authorizes, deauthorizes, and modifies various water resources feasibility studies and projects of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, such as studies or projects to 

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