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This bill amends the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act to expand and extend the Delaware River Basin conservation programs. Specifically, the bill adds Maryland as a participating state in the basin, changing it from a 4-state to a 5-state program and updating references to include Maryland in the definition of basin states. The legislation also introduces a new priority criterion for grant funding, allowing the Secretary to give preference to projects that benefit small, rural, or disadvantaged communities. Additionally, the bill extends the sunset (expiration) date of the conservation program from 2023 to 2032, effectively reauthorizing the program for an additional nine years. This will provide continued support for conservation efforts in the Delaware River Basin, which spans multiple states and is important for water resource management, environmental protection, and community development.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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