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Bureau of Reclamation Site Security Costs Act of 2007

4/7/2025, 3:34 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1662

Bill 110 hr 1662, also known as the Bureau of Reclamation Site Security Costs Act of 2007, was introduced in the 110th Congress on March 22, 2007 by Representative Grace Napolitano. The purpose of this bill was to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to provide funding for security measures at Bureau of Reclamation facilities.

The bill aimed to address the increasing security concerns at Bureau of Reclamation sites, which are critical infrastructure assets that provide water and power to millions of Americans. The bill sought to ensure that these facilities were adequately protected from potential threats, such as terrorism or vandalism.

Specifically, the bill authorized the Secretary of the Interior to provide funding for security measures, including the installation of security cameras, fencing, and other physical barriers. The bill also required the Secretary to conduct a security assessment of all Bureau of Reclamation facilities to identify vulnerabilities and develop a plan to address them. Overall, the Bureau of Reclamation Site Security Costs Act of 2007 was intended to enhance the security of critical infrastructure assets and ensure the safety of the public. The bill received bipartisan support and was ultimately signed into law on December 26, 2007.

Current Status of Bill HR 1662

Bill HR 1662 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2007. Bill HR 1662 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the House on March 23, 2007.  Bill HR 1662's most recent activity was Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5530) as of June 11, 2008

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1662

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1662

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

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