Amendment in the nature of a substitute contains Bay-Delta water quality protections; provides that CALFED storage projects are subject to appropriate feasibility studies and if Congress does not act to disapprove them in 120 days, then construction is authorized; and contains provisions on ecosystem restoration.

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Amendment Number
662
Description
Amendment in the nature of a substitute contains Bay-Delta water quality protections; provides that CALFED storage projects are subject to appropriate feasibility studies and if Congress does not act to disapprove them in 120 days, then construction is authorized; and contains provisions on ecosystem restoration.
Purpose
An amendment made in order pursuant to H. Res. 711 to modifiy how ecosystem restoration plans are implemented. Requires more Congressional oversight of Calfed projects prior to federal expenditure. Makes several technical changes requested by the Administration. Addresses several concerns voiced by the Minority regarding the Environmental Water Account and Program Governance.
Congress
108
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Jul 9, 2004
Latest Action Text
On agreeing to the Calvert amendment (A001) Agreed to by voice vote.
Latest Action Time
12:39:23
Submitted Date
Jul 9, 2004
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Sep 29, 2021
Amendment 662 — Informed