Limiting Federal Water Control and Protecting Private Property
This act redefines federal jurisdiction over waters, potentially reducing the scope of government agency actions on private land. It also introduces new rules for compensating property owners if federal water regulations diminish their property's value.
Key points
Narrows the definition of waters under federal control, potentially giving more autonomy to states and landowners.
Requires written consent from property owners for federal agency representatives to enter private land for water data collection.
Allows property owners to seek compensation if federal water regulations decrease their property's fair market value.
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