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US HR610

US HR610
San Francisco Bay Restoration Act


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Introduced
01/28/2021
In Committee
03/24/2021
Crossed Over
06/16/2021
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to estab- lish a grant program to support the restoration of San Francisco Bay.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the San Francisco Bay Restoration Grant Program, which will provide funding through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to support projects, activities, and studies aimed at restoring and protecting the San Francisco Bay. The bill directs the EPA to appoint a Director to oversee the program, develop a San Francisco Bay Plan to guide the program's efforts, and annually compile a priority list of projects to be funded. The bill authorizes $25 million per year for fiscal years 2022 through 2026 for the grant program, with up to 5% of that amount allowed for administrative expenses. The bill also requires the President's annual budget submission to Congress to include information on federal agencies' involvement in San Francisco Bay protection and restoration efforts.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (11)

Last Action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (on 06/16/2021)

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