US Federal 2023-2024 Regular Session

US Federal Senate Bill SB2443

Caption

Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024

Impact

The implications of SB2443 are significant for state laws, particularly in areas that involve water management and infrastructure safety. By providing substantial funding for various projects, the bill aims to enhance local capacity to manage water resources effectively, thereby improving public safety and environmental sustainability. The appropriations support infrastructure that is critical for energy production and distribution, potentially influencing future energy policies at the state level.

Summary

SB2443 sets forth appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. The bill allocates funds for various purposes, including improvements in infrastructure such as river and harbor projects, flood and storm damage reduction initiatives, and aquatic ecosystem restoration efforts. It emphasizes the need for federal funding to support state and local activities related to water management and safety, as well as compliance with environmental regulations.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SB2443 include debates on the environmental implications of funding certain projects, particularly those related to construction and maintenance of water-related infrastructure. Critics argue that while the bill supports essential infrastructure, it may lead to environmental concerns, such as potential negative impacts on aquatic ecosystems due to dredging and construction activities. Additionally, questions about the effectiveness of federal versus state control in managing these funds and projects arise, leading to discussions about local control versus federal oversight.

Companion Bills

US HB4366

Related Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 Counting Veterans' Cancer Act of 2023

US HB4394

Related Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024

US HR1061

Related Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2024 Department of Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2024 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024

Previously Filed As

US HB4553

Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

US SB3293

Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

US HB6938

Science Appropriations Act, 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of Commerce Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2026 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

US HB3944

Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

US HB1126

Watershed development commissions.

US HB1187

Watershed development commissions.

US HB4121

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

US SB2256

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

US HB5371

Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2026 Over-the-Counter Monograph Drug User Fee Amendments

US HB4754

Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

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