Bills · S 887
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 887Dams and canalsEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, research
Basin Fund Preservation Act
INTRO MAR 6· LAST ACTION MAR 6
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill is important because it forces a critical evaluation of how significant federal decisions about dam operations impact crucial resources: money for water infrastructure, our electricity supply, and endangered species. The Glen Canyon Dam is a cornerstone for water management and power generation in the western U.S., affecting millions of people and vast ecosystems. If a recent operational decision harms the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund, it could jeopardize the upkeep of vital water infrastructure, potentially leading to higher costs for water users or less reliable water supplies.
By requiring agencies to develop a formal plan, the bill ensures that potential disruptions to hydropower production and the stability of the electrical grid are proactively addressed. It also guarantees that the environmental consequences for threatened and endangered species are not overlooked. Without this bill, the full scope of these financial, energy, and environmental impacts might remain unaddressed, potentially leading to unforeseen crises, increased costs, or irreversible harm to natural habitats.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Energy to enter into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore and address the impacts of a specific July 2024 record of decision on the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund.
This ensures that two key federal agencies formally cooperate to assess and respond to potential financial and operational challenges arising from dam management decisions.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that the MOU include a plan to address effects on the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund's ability to cover routine operations, maintenance, and replacement of critical infrastructure.
This provision directly protects the financial stability of the fund, which supports essential water infrastructure in the Upper Colorado River Basin.
PROVISION 03
Directs the plan within the MOU to address impacts on hydropower production at Glen Canyon Dam, including replacement costs and grid reliability.
This ensures that the energy supply and stability derived from the dam's power generation are considered and managed.
PROVISION 04
Requires the plan to identify impacts of the record of decision on species listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act.
This provision ensures environmental protection and compliance with federal endangered species laws are factored into the dam's operational impacts.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 6
Introduced in Senate
MAR 6
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 887
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 6, 2025
Last actionMar 6, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 6, 2025
Senate BillS 887Dams and canalsEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, research
Basin Fund Preservation Act
INTRODUCED MAR 6, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 6, 2025
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