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Sacramento RIVER Act of 2024

12/5/2024, 9:24 PM

Summary of Bill S 5011

The Sacramento RIVER Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 5011, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing various issues related to the Sacramento River in California. The bill focuses on improving water quality, protecting wildlife habitats, and promoting sustainable use of the river for recreational and economic purposes.

One of the key provisions of the Sacramento RIVER Act is the establishment of a comprehensive monitoring and reporting system to track water quality in the Sacramento River. This system will help identify sources of pollution and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to address them. Additionally, the bill includes funding for research and conservation efforts to protect endangered species that rely on the river for their habitat.

Another important aspect of the Sacramento RIVER Act is the promotion of sustainable recreational activities along the river. The bill encourages the development of eco-friendly tourism initiatives and the preservation of natural areas for public enjoyment. It also includes provisions for the maintenance and improvement of existing infrastructure, such as boat ramps and hiking trails, to enhance access to the river for all visitors. Overall, the Sacramento RIVER Act of 2024 aims to balance the needs of various stakeholders, including environmentalists, local communities, and businesses, in order to ensure the long-term health and vitality of the Sacramento River. By promoting responsible stewardship of this important natural resource, the bill seeks to create a sustainable future for the river and the surrounding ecosystem.

Congressional Summary of S 5011

Sacramento River Improvement and Vitality for Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2024 or the Sacramento RIVER Act of 2024

This bill authorizes a federal leadership committee to support habitat restoration projects. It also allows revenue from the sale of surplus water to be used for drought resilience investments, extraordinary maintenance activities, and dam safety investments.

Specifically, the bill authorizes the Department of the Interior, upon the request of an eligible entity, to establish the Integrated Water Management Federal Leadership Committee. Eligible entity means an entity or qualified partner sponsoring a habitat restoration project in a watershed in which a Bureau of Reclamation project is located and that receives a grant, cooperative agreement, or other financial assistance agreement from Interior.

Committee members must establish the duties and responsibilities of the committee, which must include facilitating communication and collaboration among federal agencies to support and advance any habitat restoration projects for which an eligible entity requests committee assistance.

Additionally, under current law, revenue from the sale of surplus water must be deposited into the Reclamation Fund and credited to the capital repayment of the associated project. This bill allows revenue that would otherwise be deposited into this fund, upon completion of capital repayment, to be used for additional activities. Specifically, this revenue may be used for drought resilience investments, extraordinary maintenance activities, and dam safety investments.

Current Status of Bill S 5011

Bill S 5011 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 10, 2024. Bill S 5011 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 10, 2024.  Bill S 5011's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 641. as of November 21, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5011

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 5011

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Congressional oversight
- Dams and canals
- Disaster relief and insurance
- Federal officials
- Water storage

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5011

Sacramento RIVER Act of 2024
Sacramento RIVER Act of 2024
Sacramento River Improvement and Vitality for Ecosystem Restoration Act of 2024
A bill to establish the Integrated Water Management Federal Leadership Committee, to provide for improved drought resilience and dam safety, and for other purposes.

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Olive Lucas

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1 year ago

This bill is so stupid, I can't believe they're even considering passing it. It's gonna mess everything up for us in AK. They don't even know what they're doing with this thing. It's gonna be a disaster, mark my words. The long term affects of this bill are gonna be catastrophic for our state.