HR 3897
Confidence in Clean Water Permits Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:28 AM
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Bill overview
The Confidence in Clean Water Permits Act modifies the federal Clean Water Act to clarify how permits are evaluated and enforced. Specifically, it expands the definition of ‘compliance’ with a permit to include pollutants not explicitly limited but identified during the permit application process or present in the facility’s operations. The bill also aims to improve the clarity and consistency of water quality-based effluent limitations included in permits. These changes are intended to provide greater certainty for regulated entities and ensure more effective protection of water quality.
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