Bolts Ditch Act

11/9/2024, 1:58 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4297

Bill 118 hr 4297, also known as the Bolts Ditch Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to water management and conservation in the Bolts Ditch area.

The Bolts Ditch Act aims to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the feasibility of implementing a water management plan for the Bolts Ditch area. This study would assess the current water usage, availability, and potential impacts on the surrounding environment.

Additionally, the bill seeks to provide funding for the implementation of any recommended water management measures that may result from the study. This could include infrastructure improvements, conservation efforts, or other initiatives aimed at ensuring sustainable water usage in the Bolts Ditch area. Overall, the Bolts Ditch Act is focused on promoting responsible water management practices in order to protect the environment and ensure the long-term availability of water resources in the Bolts Ditch area. It is currently under review by Congress and may be subject to amendments or changes before being passed into law.

Congressional Summary of HR 4297

Bolts Ditch Act

This bill designates additional entities (the Eagle River Water and Sanitation District and the Upper Eagle Regional Water Authority) that may maintain Bolts Ditch and the Bolts Ditch Headgate within the Holy Cross Wilderness in Colorado.

Current Status of Bill HR 4297

Bill HR 4297 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill HR 4297 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2023.  Bill HR 4297's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 607. as of October 25, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4297

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4297

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

ColoradoLakes and riversWater storageWater use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4297

Bolts Ditch ActBolts Ditch ActBolts Ditch ActTo amend the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act to allow for additional entities to be eligible to complete the maintenance work on Bolts Ditch and the Bolts Ditch Headgate within the Holy Cross Wilderness, Colorado.
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