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US S3355

US S3355
DEEP Act Dredging to Ensure the Empowerment of Ports Act


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Introduced
12/09/2021
In Committee
12/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to propose a new nationwide permit under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act for dredging projects, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Dredging to Ensure the Empowerment of Ports Act (DEEP Act), requires the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to propose a new nationwide permit (NWP) under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act for dredging projects within the navigable waters of the United States. The bill sets requirements for the NWP, including its duration, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process, and the timeline for state or interstate water pollution control agency certifications. It also provides guidance on permits for dredged or filled material and exempts dredged material from certain transportation requirements.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (on 12/09/2021)

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