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Ohio River Restoration Program: Cleaner Water and Better Flood Protection

This act creates a dedicated program to restore the Ohio River Basin, focusing on improving drinking water quality and protecting communities from floods. It provides significant funding for nature-based projects that enhance wildlife habitats and increase public access to outdoor recreation.
Key points
Authorization of $350 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to restore the Ohio River Basin.
Improvement of drinking water quality in the Ohio River States.
Increased community resilience to flood and storm risk through the restoration of natural systems.
Improved opportunities for public access and recreation in the Ohio River Basin.
Remediation of toxic substances and control of aquatic invasive species.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3796
Sponsor: Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]
Process start date: 2026-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ohio River Restoration Program Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3796.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorization of $350 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to restore the Ohio River Basin.
  • Improvement of drinking water quality in the Ohio River States.
  • Increased community resilience to flood and storm risk through the restoration of natural systems.
  • Improved opportunities for public access and recreation in the Ohio River Basin.
  • Remediation of toxic substances and control of aquatic invasive species.
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. Fetterman, John [D-PA].

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 2026-02-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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