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- H.R.1881
H.R.1881: To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act with respect to permitting terms, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- Introduced March 12, 2021
- Latest Major Action March 15, 2021
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (1 Democrat, 4 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 12, 2021
Bill Summary
This bill revises the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Under the program, the Environmental Protection Agency issues permits to discharge pollutants into waters of the United States. The bill extends the maximum term for NPDES permits issued to states or municipalities from 5 to 10 years.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 15, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
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March 12, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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March 12, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by John Garamendi (D-Calif.) |