PERMIT Act

Hozzl · 2025-12-17T04:23:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3898 PERMIT Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/17/2025, 4:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3898

The bill "To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act" was introduced in the 119th session of Congress as H.R. 3898 on June 11, 2025. Its purpose is to make targeted reforms regarding waters of the United States and other related issues. Specific provisions, findings, or directives within the bill are not provided in the context.

Congressional Summary of HR 3898

Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today Act or the PERMIT Act

This bill limits the scope of the Clean Water Act by redefining navigable waters to exclude (1) waste treatment systems, (2) ephemeral features that flow only in direct response to precipitation, (3) prior converted cropland, (4) groundwater, or (5) any other features determined to be excluded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3898

Bill HR 3898 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 15, 2025. Bill HR 3898 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 11, 2025. Bill HR 3898's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of December 15, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3898

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Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3898

To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to make targeted reforms with respect to waters of the United States and other matters, and for other purposes.