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Expediting State Drinking Water Protection Program Approvals

New rules aim to speed up federal approval of state programs for protecting drinking water from underground injections. This means states can take over water safety oversight more quickly, potentially leading to more efficient local water resource management and faster responses to threats.
Key points
Establishes clear deadlines for the federal government to decide on approving state drinking water protection programs, especially for Class VI wells (used for carbon storage).
If a decision isn't made within the set timeframe, the state program may be automatically approved, provided the state already oversees other types of wells.
Requires the federal government to appoint an individual to coordinate with states, streamlining the application and review process.
Ensures approval or denial decisions for state programs are based solely on meeting specific criteria, without unforeseen conditions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2505
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2025-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Primacy Certainty Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2505.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes clear deadlines for the federal government to decide on approving state drinking water protection programs, especially for Class VI wells (used for carbon storage).
  • If a decision isn't made within the set timeframe, the state program may be automatically approved, provided the state already oversees other types of wells.
  • Requires the federal government to appoint an individual to coordinate with states, streamlining the application and review process.
  • Ensures approval or denial decisions for state programs are based solely on meeting specific criteria, without unforeseen conditions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

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 2025-12-23.

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