Chattahoochee River Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-13T03:48:04Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3610 Chattahoochee River Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Water Resources Development. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 3:48 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3610

Chattahoochee River Act

This bill requires the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to provide design and construction assistance for water-related resource protection and restoration projects that affect the Chattahoochee River Basin. The basin is located in Georgia, Alabama, and Florida.

Specifically, the bill requires USACE to provide assistance to state and local agencies and tribal entities for projects that include (1) sediment and erosion control, (2) ecosystem restoration, (3) protection of essential public works, and (4) the beneficial uses of dredged material.

Further, the bill requires USACE, stakeholders, and state and local agencies to develop a comprehensive Chattahoochee River Basin restoration plan. The plan must give priority to eligible projects that will also improve the quality or quantity of the water or that use natural hydrological features and systems.

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Current Status of Bill S 3610

Bill S 3610 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2022. Bill S 3610 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 9, 2022. Bill S 3610's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of February 9, 2022