S 1050
A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to increase the ability of a State to administer a permit program under that Act, and for other purposes.
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Bill overview
This bill modifies the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to give states greater authority in managing permits for discharging dredged and fill material into waterways. Specifically, it allows state departments of transportation that handle environmental reviews for highway projects to apply for permission to administer individual and general permit programs themselves. This would streamline the permitting process for these projects and potentially reduce the burden on the Environmental Protection Agency. The bill aims to improve the efficiency of water quality management at the state level.
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