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Water Conservation Fund: New Funding for Clean Water and Green Spaces

This act allows federal funds from the Land and Water Conservation Fund to be used for projects that improve water quality in rivers and lakes. This means more money for cleaning up polluted water bodies and protecting natural water systems, potentially improving access to clean water and outdoor recreation.
Key points
Money from the Land and Water Conservation Fund can now be used to finance water quality improvement projects.
These funds will be allocated to restore natural hydrological systems like wetlands and marshes, which help purify water.
The act does not expand federal authority over non-navigable waters or authorize regulation of water quality projects.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1593
Sponsor: Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]
Process start date: 2023-03-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Land and Water Conservation Fund Water Amendments Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1593.

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 2023-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Money from the Land and Water Conservation Fund can now be used to finance water quality improvement projects.
  • These funds will be allocated to restore natural hydrological systems like wetlands and marshes, which help purify water.
  • The act does not expand federal authority over non-navigable waters or authorize regulation of water quality projects.
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. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

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

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.

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