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Waterway Development: New Jobs and Investments in Ohio, Allegheny, Monongahela River Regions

This act aims to revitalize the economy along the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela Rivers by establishing a special task force. This group will explore ways to better utilize waterway transport for goods, potentially bringing new jobs and investments to these regions. Citizens can expect improved infrastructure and local economic growth.
Key points
Establishes a task force to study and recommend improvements for waterway freight use and economic development in the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela River corridors.
The task force will identify critical projects and connect them with federal, state, and local funding opportunities.
The goal is to enhance transport safety, reduce pollution, and create new economic opportunities in deindustrialized areas.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7491
Sponsor: Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

WATERWAYS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7491.

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 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a task force to study and recommend improvements for waterway freight use and economic development in the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela River corridors.
  • The task force will identify critical projects and connect them with federal, state, and local funding opportunities.
  • The goal is to enhance transport safety, reduce pollution, and create new economic opportunities in deindustrialized areas.
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. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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Transport Economy Public Investments