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J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Hydropower Extension Act of 2018

4/7/2025, 2:59 PM

Summary of Bill S 1142

Bill 115 s 1142, also known as the J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Hydropower Extension Act of 2018, is a piece of legislation that aims to extend the authorization for the hydropower project at the J. Bennett Johnston Waterway in Louisiana. The bill was introduced by Senator John Kennedy and co-sponsored by Senator Bill Cassidy.

The J. Bennett Johnston Waterway is a vital transportation route for goods and services in Louisiana, and the hydropower project plays a key role in providing clean and renewable energy to the region. The project has been successful in generating electricity while also supporting the local economy.

The bill seeks to extend the authorization for the hydropower project for an additional 10 years, ensuring that the project can continue to operate efficiently and effectively. This extension will provide stability for the project and allow for continued investment in clean energy infrastructure. Overall, the J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Hydropower Extension Act of 2018 is a bipartisan effort to support clean energy production and economic development in Louisiana. It has received support from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards promoting sustainable energy practices in the region.

Current Status of Bill S 1142

Bill S 1142 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 16, 2017. Bill S 1142 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on May 16, 2017.  Bill S 1142's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of August 24, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1142

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 1142

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

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