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Introduced
07/27/2021
07/27/2021
In Committee
08/09/2021
08/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To promote desalination project development and drought resilience, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Desalination Development Act, aims to promote the development of desalination projects and enhance drought resilience. It amends the Water Desalination Act of 1996 to define "eligible desalination projects" and "designated desalination projects," which can receive federal cost-sharing of up to 35% of construction costs, subject to certain criteria. The bill also requires the Commissioner of Reclamation to prioritize projects that benefit drought-stricken areas, leverage renewable energy, minimize environmental impacts, and reduce reliance on imported water supplies. Additionally, the bill establishes a process for congressional approval of initial funding awards for eligible desalination projects.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife. (on 08/09/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/4712/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr4712/BILLS-117hr4712ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr4712/BILLS-117hr4712ih.pdf.pdf |
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