Water Resources Development Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Water Resources Development Act of 2026 aims to improve the efficiency of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ projects related to rivers, harbors, and water resources. It focuses on streamlining project planning, contracting, and permitting processes, while also establishing new programs for addressing contaminated sediment, water supply, and levee system reliability. The bill includes provisions for expedited studies, improved coordination, and enhanced public engagement.
Key provisions
- Establishes offices within the Corps of Engineers to manage inland navigation construction, water supply, water conservation, and community outreach.
- Creates a Levee Owners Board to advise on levee system reliability and safety.
- Expands the use of categorical permissions for permit applications to streamline the permitting process.
- Requires detailed project schedules and cost estimates for feasibility studies.
- Authorizes studies to modify covered projects for improved flood risk management.
- Provides for the removal or remediation of contaminated sediment.
- Establishes a program for improving flood risk management projects.
- Includes provisions for expedited completion of feasibility studies and modifications.
Who is affected
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Federal Government
- State and Local Governments
- Non-Federal Interests
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