To amend the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Act to modify certain requirements applicable to salinity control units, and for other purposes.
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Mr. Curtis (for himself, Mr. Neguse, Mr. Ciscomani, Ms. Stansbury, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Amends the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Act to adjust federal cost-sharing percentages for salinity control units. Modifies construction, operation, and maintenance cost allocations between federal and non-federal sources.
Who Benefits and How
Colorado River water users benefit from continued salinity control. Federal government bears appropriate share given federal ownership of salinity-contributing lands. Mexico benefits under international comity principles.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal taxpayers bear 75% of construction/replacement costs. Non-federal entities bear remaining costs.
Key Provisions
- 75% federal share for construction/replacement costs
- 90% federal share for operation/maintenance and fish/wildlife measures
- Recognizes federal responsibility for interstate stream
- Addresses international obligations to Mexico
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Modifies cost-sharing for Colorado River salinity control units
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Clarify federal responsibility for Colorado River salinity"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "secretary"
- → Secretary of Interior
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