To amend the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act to clarify a provision relating to conveyances for aquifer recharge purposes.

2/26/2025, 9:12 PM

Summary of Bill HR 331

Bill 119 hr 331, also known as the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act, aims to make a clarification to a provision in the original act regarding conveyances for aquifer recharge purposes. The bill seeks to ensure that the conveyances used for aquifer recharge are clearly defined and regulated in order to protect and preserve the quality of groundwater resources.

The Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act was originally passed to promote the recharge of aquifers, which are underground layers of rock or sediment that hold water. Aquifer recharge is important for maintaining water supplies and preventing depletion of groundwater resources. The act allows for the use of conveyances, such as pipelines or canals, to transport water for recharge purposes.

However, there has been confusion and ambiguity surrounding the definition and regulation of these conveyances. Bill 119 hr 331 seeks to address this issue by clarifying the language in the original act to ensure that conveyances used for aquifer recharge are properly managed and monitored. Overall, the goal of this bill is to improve the effectiveness of aquifer recharge efforts and ensure that groundwater resources are protected for future generations. It is an important piece of legislation that aims to address a specific issue within the broader context of water resource management in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 331

Bill HR 331 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 13, 2025. Bill HR 331 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 13, 2025.  Bill HR 331's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent. as of February 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 331

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
6
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 331

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 331

To amend the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act to clarify a provision relating to conveyances for aquifer recharge purposes.To amend the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act to clarify a provision relating to conveyances for aquifer recharge purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 331

R
Russ Fulcher
Idaho(Republican)
R
Michael K. Simpson
Idaho(Republican)

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