Water Supply Permitting Coordination Act

Bill 115 HR 1654, also known as the Water Supply Permitting Coordination Act, aims to streamline the permitting process for water supply projects in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 8, 2021, by Representative Tom McClintock from California.

The main purpose of this bill is to improve coordination between federal agencies and states when issuing permits for water supply projects. Currently, the permitting process for these projects can be lengthy and complex, involving multiple agencies at both the federal and state levels. This can lead to delays and increased costs for water supply projects, which are crucial for providing clean and safe drinking water to communities across the country.

The Water Supply Permitting Coordination Act seeks to address these challenges by requiring federal agencies to work together with states to develop a coordinated permitting process for water supply projects. This would help to streamline the process, reduce duplication of efforts, and ensure that permits are issued in a timely manner. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve transparency and accountability in the permitting process. It requires federal agencies to provide regular updates on the status of permit applications and to establish clear timelines for issuing permits. This would help to ensure that water supply projects are not unnecessarily delayed due to bureaucratic red tape. Overall, the Water Supply Permitting Coordination Act aims to promote efficient and effective permitting for water supply projects, ultimately helping to ensure that communities have access to the clean and safe drinking water they need. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently under consideration in the House Committee on Natural Resources.