To ensure meaningful consultation and cooperation between Federal and local entities in the operation of Federal water projects in the Reclamation States, and for other purposes.

[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)] [House] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] By Mr. BENTZ: H.R. 8259. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuantto the following: This bill is designed to ensure that local watercontractors have a seat at the table when Federal agenciesmake decisions impacting their water supplies. [Page H2886]