HR 8935
National Dam and Hydropower Safety Improvements Act of 2020
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The National Dam and Hydropower Safety Improvements Act of 2020 aims to enhance the safety of dams and hydropower projects across the United States. It directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to review dam safety procedures, particularly in light of the failures at the Edenville and Sanford Dams in Michigan, and to assess the financial viability of dam license applicants. The bill also mandates that new dam licenses require meeting specific safety standards and establishes a process for ongoing communication between FERC and state governments regarding dam maintenance and potential safety concerns.
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