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Bolts Ditch Act
12/2/2024, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill S 2156
Bill 118 s 2156, also known as the Bolts Ditch Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to water management and conservation in the Bolts Ditch area.
The Bolts Ditch Act aims to improve the efficiency of water usage in the Bolts Ditch region by implementing measures to reduce water waste and promote sustainable water practices. The bill includes provisions for the maintenance and repair of existing water infrastructure, as well as the development of new water management strategies to ensure the long-term viability of the water supply in the area.
Additionally, the Bolts Ditch Act includes provisions for the protection of water quality in the region, with measures to prevent pollution and contamination of the water supply. The bill also addresses issues related to water rights and allocation, seeking to establish a fair and equitable system for the distribution of water resources among stakeholders in the Bolts Ditch area. Overall, the Bolts Ditch Act is aimed at promoting responsible water management practices in the Bolts Ditch region, with the goal of ensuring a sustainable and reliable water supply for current and future generations. The bill is currently under review in Congress, where it is being debated and considered for potential passage into law.
The Bolts Ditch Act aims to improve the efficiency of water usage in the Bolts Ditch region by implementing measures to reduce water waste and promote sustainable water practices. The bill includes provisions for the maintenance and repair of existing water infrastructure, as well as the development of new water management strategies to ensure the long-term viability of the water supply in the area.
Additionally, the Bolts Ditch Act includes provisions for the protection of water quality in the region, with measures to prevent pollution and contamination of the water supply. The bill also addresses issues related to water rights and allocation, seeking to establish a fair and equitable system for the distribution of water resources among stakeholders in the Bolts Ditch area. Overall, the Bolts Ditch Act is aimed at promoting responsible water management practices in the Bolts Ditch region, with the goal of ensuring a sustainable and reliable water supply for current and future generations. The bill is currently under review in Congress, where it is being debated and considered for potential passage into law.
Congressional Summary of S 2156
Bolts Ditch Act
This bill allows additional entities—the Eagle River Water and Sanitation District and the Upper Eagle Regional Water Authority—to access and use the Bolts Ditch and its headgate within the Holy Cross Wilderness in Colorado for the purposes of the diversion of water and use, maintenance, and repair of such ditch and headgate.
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Current Status of Bill S 2156
Bill S 2156 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill S 2156 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023. Bill S 2156's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 585. as of November 21, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2156
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2156
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesPotential Impact Areas
- Colorado
- Lakes and rivers
- Water storage
- Water use and supply
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2156
Bolts Ditch Act
A bill to amend the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act to authorize additional entities to be eligible to complete the maintenance work on Bolts Ditch and the Bolts Ditch Headgate within the Holy Cross Wilderness, Colorado.
Bolts Ditch Act
Comments

Lakelynn Dawson
667
1 year ago
I think this bill is good for our state. It will help with water management and protect our environment. Who will benefit from this?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2156
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