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Colorado River Basin System Conservation Extension Act of 2025

3/7/2025, 2:05 PM

Summary of Bill HR 231

Bill 119 hr 231, also known as the Colorado River System Conservation Pilot Program Reauthorization Act, aims to amend the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2015 in order to extend the authorization of the Colorado River System conservation pilot program. This program was initially established to promote water conservation and efficiency in the Colorado River Basin, which spans several states in the western United States.

The bill seeks to continue the efforts of the pilot program by providing funding and support for projects that aim to reduce water usage, improve water quality, and enhance the overall sustainability of the Colorado River System. By reauthorizing this program, Congress hopes to address the ongoing challenges facing the Colorado River Basin, including drought, climate change, and increasing water demands.

Overall, the Colorado River System Conservation Pilot Program Reauthorization Act is a bipartisan effort to support conservation and sustainability efforts in one of the most important river systems in the United States. It reflects a commitment to responsible water management and environmental stewardship, while also recognizing the economic and social importance of the Colorado River Basin to the communities and industries that rely on its resources.

Congressional Summary of HR 231

Colorado River Basin System Conservation Extension Act of 2025

This bill extends through FY2026 the Bureau of Reclamation's pilot projects to increase water levels in the Upper Colorado River Basin and Lake Mead due to drought conditions.

Current Status of Bill HR 231

Bill HR 231 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 7, 2025. Bill HR 231 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 7, 2025.  Bill HR 231's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent. as of February 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 231

Total Number of Sponsors
8
Democrat Sponsors
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Republican Sponsors
8
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 231

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 231

To amend the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015, to reauthorize the Colorado River System conservation pilot program.
To amend the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015, to reauthorize the Colorado River System conservation pilot program.

Comments

Antonio Hammond profile image

Antonio Hammond

413

9 months ago

I don't like this new bill about the river stuff. It's gonna mess things up for us here in OR. Why do they always gotta change things? It's not fair.

Malayah Choi profile image

Malayah Choi

485

9 months ago

Excited for the future! How will this impact us long term?

Alexa Clarke profile image

Alexa Clarke

408

9 months ago

Wat does this mean?