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Great Salt Lake Protection: Drought Studies and New Water Solutions

This act aims to protect the Great Salt Lake and other saline lakes in the region suffering from drought. It establishes a program to monitor and assess the condition of these lakes and to study the feasibility of new technologies and solutions for water supply and ecosystem protection. This means citizens can expect better environmental protection and stable water resources in the region.
Key points
Establishment of a program to monitor and assess saline lakes, including the Great Salt Lake, for better water resource management.
Feasibility studies on new technologies like pipelines and desalination to help supply water to drought-affected areas.
Enables government collaboration with local communities, Indian Tribes, and non-profit organizations for lake protection.
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Print number: 117_HR_8389
Sponsor: Rep. Stewart, Chris [R-UT-2]
Process start date: 2022-07-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Great Salt Lake Recovery Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8389.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a program to monitor and assess saline lakes, including the Great Salt Lake, for better water resource management.
  • Feasibility studies on new technologies like pipelines and desalination to help supply water to drought-affected areas.
  • Enables government collaboration with local communities, Indian Tribes, and non-profit organizations for lake protection.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stewart, Chris [R-UT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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