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Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act of 2023

12/7/2023, 5:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 2250

Bill 118 s 2250, also known as the Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to encourage and support voluntary efforts to conserve groundwater resources across the country.

The bill outlines a number of key provisions, including the establishment of a voluntary groundwater conservation program. This program would provide funding and technical assistance to states, local governments, and other stakeholders to develop and implement groundwater conservation plans.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a national database to track groundwater usage and conservation efforts. This database would help to monitor the effectiveness of conservation measures and identify areas in need of additional support. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for research and education initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable groundwater management practices. This would involve partnerships with academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders to develop best practices and disseminate information to the public. Overall, the Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act of 2023 seeks to address the growing concerns surrounding groundwater depletion and contamination. By promoting voluntary conservation efforts and providing support for sustainable management practices, this bill aims to protect and preserve this vital natural resource for future generations.

Current Status of Bill S 2250

Bill S 2250 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2023. Bill S 2250 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2023.  Bill S 2250's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of July 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2250

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2250

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2250

Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act of 2023
Voluntary Groundwater Conservation Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to establish a groundwater conservation easement program, and for other purposes.

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