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River Protection: New Rules for Fishway Construction

This bill changes how fishways are planned for hydropower projects. Now, when designing them, officials must consider the threat of invasive species. This aims to protect local aquatic ecosystems and prevent the spread of harmful species.
Key points
Requirement to consider invasive species when designing fishways for fish.
Increased protection of native fish species and aquatic ecosystems from foreign species.
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Additional Information
To amend the Federal Power Act to require the consideration of invasive species when prescribing fishways, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 3399
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2021-05-20