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Western Water Cooperative Committee: Better Water Resource Management

This act establishes a new committee to improve water management in the Western United States. Its purpose is to prevent conflicts between flood control projects and state water rights, potentially ensuring more stable water supplies for residents and agriculture.
Key points
Creation of the Western Water Cooperative Committee to advise on water management issues.
The committee aims to prevent conflicts between federal flood control projects and local water laws.
Committee meetings will be open to the public, increasing transparency in water resource decisions.
Membership will include representatives from Western states and federal agencies, including the Bureau of Indian Affairs, ensuring a broad perspective.
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Print number: 117_S_4695
Sponsor: Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]
Process start date: 2022-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Western Water Cooperative Committee Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4695.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of the Western Water Cooperative Committee to advise on water management issues.
  • The committee aims to prevent conflicts between federal flood control projects and local water laws.
  • Committee meetings will be open to the public, increasing transparency in water resource decisions.
  • Membership will include representatives from Western states and federal agencies, including the Bureau of Indian Affairs, ensuring a broad perspective.
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 Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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