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Drought Resilience Act: Modernizing Water Management and Reservoir Operations

This Act aims to enhance water security, especially in drought-prone regions, by modernizing the management of water reservoirs by the Army Corps of Engineers. It mandates the use of advanced forecasting methods (FIRO) to better balance flood control and water storage, and establishes a pilot program to temporarily prioritize water supply during drought crises in California, Nevada, and Arizona. Citizens can expect more stable water supplies and greater infrastructure resilience against extreme weather.
Key points
Mandates the use of Forecast-Informed Reservoir Operations (FIRO) to manage reservoirs, aiming to increase water availability without compromising flood safety.
Establishes an emergency pilot program in CA, NV, and AZ allowing water supply to temporarily become the primary operational purpose of certain reservoirs during severe drought.
Increases funding and expands the scope of projects focused on removing invasive species and sediment to restore reservoir capacity and improve drought resilience.
Explicitly protects existing State water laws, water rights, and interstate water compacts from being modified by this federal action.
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Print number: 118_S_5439
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2024-12-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Drought Resilient Infrastructure Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5439.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates the use of Forecast-Informed Reservoir Operations (FIRO) to manage reservoirs, aiming to increase water availability without compromising flood safety.
  • Establishes an emergency pilot program in CA, NV, and AZ allowing water supply to temporarily become the primary operational purpose of certain reservoirs during severe drought.
  • Increases funding and expands the scope of projects focused on removing invasive species and sediment to restore reservoir capacity and improve drought resilience.
  • Explicitly protects existing State water laws, water rights, and interstate water compacts from being modified by this federal action.
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. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ].

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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