US-Mexico Border Water Quality Improvement: Tijuana and New Rivers
This act aims to improve water quality in the Tijuana and New Rivers, which flow across the US-Mexico border. It establishes cleanup programs, funds infrastructure, and promotes international cooperation, directly impacting public health, safety, and the environment in border communities.
Key points
Establishment of cleanup programs for the Tijuana and New Rivers to reduce pollution and improve water quality in border regions.
Provision of funding for the construction and maintenance of water infrastructure, including wastewater treatment and stormwater management systems, contributing to a healthier environment.
Collaboration between US and Mexican government agencies, state, local, and tribal authorities to coordinate water quality improvement efforts, enhancing effectiveness.
Development of action plans and priority project lists targeting specific pollution issues like sewage, trash, and sediment, aiming for measurable health and recreational benefits.
Introduced
Citizen Poll