OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basin Endangered Fish Recovery Programs Reauthorization Act of 2023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3918.
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 2023-06-07.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Funding for endangered fish recovery programs in the Colorado and San Juan River Basins is extended until fiscal year 2031.
- An inflation adjustment mechanism is introduced for authorized appropriations to maintain the real value of environmental protection funds.
- The scope of the programs is expanded to explicitly include both 'endangered' and 'threatened' fish species.
- Allows acceptance of financial and in-kind contributions from states, local governments, and private entities for capital projects and base funding.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].
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 2025-12-30.
What is the impact of this bill?
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