Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB1593

Introduced
3/14/23  

Caption

Land and Water Conservation Fund Water Amendments Act of 2023

Impact

The implementation of this bill would have significant implications for state legislation concerning environmental management and conservation funding. By mandating states to develop comprehensive water quality control plans, the bill ensures that projects aiming to restore impaired water bodies receive priority funding. This shift not only underscores the importance of clean water but also aligns state objectives with national policy goals in environmental protection. Additionally, this provision encourages states to actively engage in identifying and proposing necessary water quality projects, fostering local ownership and accountability in water resource management.

Summary

House Bill 1593, titled the 'Land and Water Conservation Fund Water Amendments Act of 2023', aims to enhance the scope of the Land and Water Conservation Fund by allowing the Secretary of the Interior to provide financial assistance to states specifically for water quality projects. This amendment intends to strengthen efforts related to the restoration and improvement of water quality across the nation, aligning with existing environmental protection frameworks and allowing states to propose specific projects to tackle impaired water bodies identified under federal regulations. The bill seeks to facilitate better management of water resources by integrating conservation efforts with recreation planning at the state level.

Contention

While the bill has received general support for its focus on water quality enhancement, debates may arise regarding the extent of federal involvement in state-level water management. Critics may express concerns that increased federal oversight or funding requirements could restrict state autonomy in managing local water issues. Moreover, potential opposition may arise from entities that view this as another federal intrusion into areas they believe should remain solely under state control. Balancing federal assistance with state governance will be a critical aspect of discussions as the bill progresses.

Companion Bills

US SB798

Related Land and Water Conservation Fund Water Amendments Act of 2023

Previously Filed As

US HB1261

Land and Water Conservation Fund Water Amendments Act of 2025

US SB798

Land and Water Conservation Fund Water Amendments Act of 2023

US SB702

Urban Waters Federal Partnership Act of 2023

US HB3494

Extinction Prevention Act of 2023 Southwest Desert Fish Conservation Fund Act of 2023 North America Butterfly Conservation Fund Act of 2023 Freshwater Mussel Conservation Fund Act of 2023 Pacific Islands Plant Conservation Fund Act of 2023

US HB1304

Rio San José and Rio Jemez Water Settlements Act of 2023

US HB2982

New York-New Jersey Watershed Protection Act

US HB4746

Tribal Access to Clean Water Act of 2023

US HB1431

Landlord Accountability Act of 2023

US HB5133

Chesapeake Bay Conservation Acceleration Act of 2023

US HB2731

POWER Our Reservoirs Act Protect Our Waters and Expand Renewables on Our Reservoirs Act

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