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Extension of Terminal Lakes Assistance Program until 2025

This law extends the assistance program for areas affected by terminal lakes. This means that financial aid and programs aimed at protecting these ecosystems and supporting local communities will continue for another two years, until the end of 2025. This is important for farmers and residents of areas dependent on these water bodies.
Key points
The terminal lakes assistance program, originally set to expire in 2023, has been extended until 2025.
Continued financial aid and conservation efforts for regions impacted by drying terminal lakes.
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Status: Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5328
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2022-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to extend terminal lakes assistance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5328.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The terminal lakes assistance program, originally set to expire in 2023, has been extended until 2025.
  • Continued financial aid and conservation efforts for regions impacted by drying terminal lakes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-361.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Environment