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Funding California Water Canal Repairs: Increased Drought Resilience.

This Act aims to restore the full carrying capacity of critical water canals in California damaged by ground subsidence. Citizens can expect greater reliability in water supply, which is crucial given increasingly severe droughts. These changes are also intended to aid groundwater recharge and ensure stable water deliveries to disadvantaged communities.
Key points
Financial assistance for repair projects: Federal funds will be allocated for repairing the Friant-Kern Canal, Delta-Mendota Canal, and parts of the California Aqueduct, all damaged by land subsidence.
Improved water security: The goal is to increase water delivery capacity, which is vital for agriculture, cities, and enhancing drought resilience.
Cost-sharing requirement: The federal share of project costs will not exceed 33%; the remainder must be covered by state or local partners.
Construction limitations: Funds cannot be used to build new surface storage or enlarge existing reservoirs, except for temporary capacity increases intended to mitigate future subsidence.
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Print number: 118_S_2161
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2023-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Canal Conveyance Capacity Restoration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2161.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial assistance for repair projects: Federal funds will be allocated for repairing the Friant-Kern Canal, Delta-Mendota Canal, and parts of the California Aqueduct, all damaged by land subsidence.
  • Improved water security: The goal is to increase water delivery capacity, which is vital for agriculture, cities, and enhancing drought resilience.
  • Cost-sharing requirement: The federal share of project costs will not exceed 33%; the remainder must be covered by state or local partners.
  • Construction limitations: Funds cannot be used to build new surface storage or enlarge existing reservoirs, except for temporary capacity increases intended to mitigate future subsidence.
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 Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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