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Better Environmental Protection for Water Projects: New Compensation Rules.

This law improves how the government compensates for environmental damage (like wetland destruction) caused by major civil works projects, such as dams or flood control systems. It formally allows the Army Corps of Engineers to use contracts with third-party mitigation providers to restore damaged habitats. This change aims to ensure that environmental compensation is faster, more effective, and aligns with existing local conservation plans, making public infrastructure projects more environmentally responsible.
Key points
Formalizing the use of contracts with external specialists to compensate for losses of fish and wildlife habitat caused by federal projects.
Requiring mitigation efforts to prioritize and align with existing State or local restoration plans for greater effectiveness.
Streamlining the process for purchasing environmental mitigation credits through these new contractual agreements.
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Print number: 118_S_4157
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2024-04-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Corps Civil Works Compensatory Mitigation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4157.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Formalizing the use of contracts with external specialists to compensate for losses of fish and wildlife habitat caused by federal projects.
  • Requiring mitigation efforts to prioritize and align with existing State or local restoration plans for greater effectiveness.
  • Streamlining the process for purchasing environmental mitigation credits through these new contractual agreements.
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. Padilla, Alex [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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