Bill > S3743

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior, working with the Commissioner of Reclamation, to conduct a study within 18 months to determine if a selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam is feasible. This system would aim to improve hydropower generation by releasing colder water from the dam while also preventing the spread of invasive species, aligning with existing management plans. If the study finds a selective withdrawal system to be feasible under reclamation laws and if the Colorado River Storage Project power contractors agree with the chosen option, the Secretary may proceed with its implementation and construction. The study's costs will be covered by appropriated funds, and sources for these funds must be identified within 90 days of the bill's enactment. Importantly, this bill does not alter current guidelines for operating Lake Powell and Lake Mead beyond 2026.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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