Navigable Waters Protection: Clear Rules for Clean Water
This act aims to establish a permanent definition of "waters of the United States," providing greater clarity and predictability in water protection regulations. This will ensure citizens and businesses know which water bodies are subject to federal rules and which fall under state and local authority. The goal is to simplify water resource management and reduce legal uncertainty.
Key points
The act establishes a clear, permanent definition of "waters of the United States," ending years of legal uncertainty.
New rules specify where federal jurisdiction ends and state and local responsibility for water management begins.
The goal is to ensure consistency and predictability in water environmental protection regulations, potentially impacting construction projects, agriculture, and other economic activities.
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