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A bill to amend the Bonneville Power Administration portions of the Fisheries Restoration and Irrigation Mitigation Act of 2000 to authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2008 through 2014, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 1522

Bill 110 s 1522, also known as the Bonneville Power Administration Amendments Act, seeks to make changes to the Fisheries Restoration and Irrigation Mitigation Act of 2000. The main purpose of this bill is to authorize appropriations for the Bonneville Power Administration for fiscal years 2008 through 2014.

The Bonneville Power Administration is responsible for managing the power system in the Pacific Northwest and plays a crucial role in providing affordable and reliable electricity to the region. The amendments proposed in this bill aim to ensure that the Bonneville Power Administration has the necessary funding to carry out its responsibilities effectively.

In addition to authorizing appropriations, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the management of fisheries and irrigation mitigation in the region. These provisions are aimed at improving the conservation and restoration of fish populations, as well as addressing issues related to irrigation practices that impact the environment. Overall, Bill 110 s 1522 is focused on providing the Bonneville Power Administration with the resources needed to continue its important work in managing the power system in the Pacific Northwest, while also addressing key environmental and conservation concerns in the region.

Current Status of Bill S 1522

Bill S 1522 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 24, 2007. Bill S 1522 was introduced during Congress 110 and was introduced to the Senate on May 24, 2007.  Bill S 1522's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 649. as of April 10, 2008

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1522

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 S 1522

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

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