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Removing Cost Cap for Water Projects in Territories and Indian Tribes.

This bill eliminates the $200,000 cap on cost-sharing waivers for water resource development projects in U.S. Territories and Indian Tribes. This change allows these communities to receive significantly greater federal financial assistance for building and upgrading essential water infrastructure. The goal is to improve water security, flood control, and overall quality of life for residents in these specific areas.
Key points
The $200,000 limit on federal cost-sharing waivers for water projects (e.g., flood control, irrigation systems) is removed.
U.S. Territories and Indian Tribes can now access larger amounts of federal funding for water infrastructure, reducing their local financial burden.
Potential for improved critical infrastructure and water resource management within these communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8391
Sponsor: Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large]
Process start date: 2024-05-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 with respect to cost sharing provisions for the territories and Indian Tribes, 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_8391.

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 2024-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The $200,000 limit on federal cost-sharing waivers for water projects (e.g., flood control, irrigation systems) is removed.
  • U.S. Territories and Indian Tribes can now access larger amounts of federal funding for water infrastructure, reducing their local financial burden.
  • Potential for improved critical infrastructure and water resource management within these communities.
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 Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

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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