arrow_back Back to App

Irrigation Districts Gain Access to Pick-Sloan Pumping Power

New rules expand access to electricity from the Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program for certain irrigation districts. This means farmers and residents in these areas may benefit from more stable and potentially cheaper energy supplies for irrigation, which could impact food production costs and water availability.
Key points
Specific irrigation districts, previously ineligible, can now receive pumping power from the Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program.
Access to power will be granted upon signing a contract with the Secretary, outlining terms and rates.
The change aims to support agriculture and water management in designated regions.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1061
Sponsor: Rep. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-02-17
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To make certain irrigation districts eligible for Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program pumping power, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1061.

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 2023-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Specific irrigation districts, previously ineligible, can now receive pumping power from the Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program.
  • Access to power will be granted upon signing a contract with the Secretary, outlining terms and rates.
  • The change aims to support agriculture and water management in designated regions.
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. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Environment Public Investments