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Protecting Federal Dams: Preventing Price Hikes and Carbon Emission Increases.

This bill restricts the removal of federally operated dams to protect consumers and the environment from adverse effects. It prohibits dam breaches if they would significantly raise shipping costs for goods, including agricultural products, or lead to a major increase in carbon emissions. The goal is to stabilize transportation costs and maintain the navigability of waterways for commerce.
Key points
Prohibits dam removal if it causes a 10% or greater increase in the price of shipped products, including food.
Prevents dam removal if it would increase carbon emissions by more than 10%.
Ensures waterways remain navigable for commercial shipping and transportation interests.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8160
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2024-04-29