House Bill 2473
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Securing Access for the central Valley and Enhancing (SAVE) Water Resources Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 2, 2019
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
2473
Congress
116
Policy Area
Water Resources Development
Water Resources Development
Primary focus of measure is the supply and use of water and control of water flows; watersheds; floods and storm protection; wetlands. Measures concerning water quality may fall under Environmental Protection policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Securing Access for the central Valley and Enhancing (SAVE) Water Resources Act
This bill authorizes assistance for water management and infrastructure projects and contains other related provisions.
The bill establishes the Water Infrastructure and Drought Solutions Fund to fund various water-related projects.
In addition, the Department of the Interior must establish a pilot program to provide financial assistance to projects in Western states that would contribute to a safe and adequate water supply. The Bureau of Reclamation must award prizes for achievements relating to certain uses of water technology.
The bill also reauthorizes through FY2026 the Rural Water Supply Program.
May 2, 2019
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03/11/2020
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 12.
03/11/2020
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
03/11/2020
Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife Discharged.
06/13/2019
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
05/14/2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
05/02/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
05/02/2019
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Apr 26, 2022 8:15:16 PM