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S. 1025Became Law

Wichita Project Equus Beds Division Authorization Act of 2005

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What it doesSummary public law (Oct 5, 2006)

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on December 16, 2005. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Wichita Project Equus Beds Division Authorization Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to assist in the funding and implementation of the Equus Beds Aquifer Recharge and Recovery Component of the Integrated Local Water Supply Plan, Wichita, Kansas (referred to as the Equus Beds Division). Makes operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Division the sole responsibility of the City of Wichita.

Authorizes appropriations for the federal share of the Division's total cost. Terminates the Secretary's authority to carry out this Act 10 years after its enactment.

What just happenedOct 5, 2006

Became Public Law No: 109-299.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Roberts, Pat [R-KS](R-KS)Sponsor
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  1. Oct 5, 2006PresidentE40000

    Became Public Law No: 109-299.

  2. Oct 5, 2006BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 109-299.

  3. Oct 5, 2006PresidentE30000

    Signed by President.

  4. Oct 5, 2006BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Sep 25, 2006FloorE20000

    Presented to President.

  6. Sep 25, 2006President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Sep 20, 2006FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  8. Sep 20, 2006FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6793)

  9. Sep 20, 2006Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H6793)

  10. Sep 20, 2006FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1025.

  11. Sep 20, 2006FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6793-6794)

  12. Sep 20, 2006FloorH30300

    Mr. Jones (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  13. Dec 21, 2005CommitteeH11000

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Water and Power.

    Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee
  14. Dec 17, 2005IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Resources.

    Natural Resources Committee
  15. Dec 17, 2005Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  16. Dec 17, 2005FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  17. Dec 16, 2005Floor

    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S13934-13935)

  18. Dec 16, 2005Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S13934-13935)

  19. Dec 8, 2005Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 310.

  20. Dec 8, 2005Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici under authority of the order of the Senate of 11/18/2005 with an amendment. With written report No. 109-192. (text of measure as reported in Senate: CR 12/16/2005 S13935)

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  21. Dec 8, 2005Committee14000

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici under authority of the order of the Senate of 11/18/2005 with an amendment. With written report No. 109-192.(text of measure as reported in Senate: CR 12/16/2005 S13935)

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  22. Nov 16, 2005Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  23. Oct 6, 2005Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 109-273.

    Water and Power Subcommittee
  24. May 12, 2005IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  25. May 12, 2005IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Public LawOct 5, 200649

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on December 16, 2005. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Wichita Project Equus Beds Division Authorization Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to assist in the funding and implementation of the Equus Beds Aquifer Recharge and Recovery Component of the Integrated Local Water Supply Plan, Wichita, Kansas (referred to as the Equus Beds Division). Makes operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Division the sole responsibility of the City of Wichita.

Authorizes appropriations for the federal share of the Division's total cost. Terminates the Secretary's authority to carry out this Act 10 years after its enactment.

Passed House without amendmentSep 20, 200681

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on December 16, 2005. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Wichita Project Equus Beds Division Authorization Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to assist in the funding and implementation of the Equus Beds Aquifer Recharge and Recovery Component of the Integrated Local Water Supply Plan, Wichita, Kansas (referred to as the Equus Beds Division). Makes operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Division the sole responsibility of the City of Wichita.

Authorizes appropriations for the federal share of the Division's total cost. Terminates the Secretary's authority to carry out this Act 10 years after its enactment.

Passed Senate amendedDec 16, 200535

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on December 8, 2005. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Wichita Project Equus Beds Division Authorization Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to assist in the funding and implementation of the Equus Beds Aquifer Recharge and Recovery Component of the Integrated Local Water Supply Plan, Wichita, Kansas (referred to as the Equus Beds Division). Makes operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Division the sole responsibility of the City of Wichita.

Authorizes appropriations for the federal share of the Division's total cost. Terminates the Secretary's authority to carry out this Act 10 years after its enactment.

Reported to Senate with amendment(s)Dec 8, 200501

Wichita Project Equus Beds Division Authorization Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to assist in the funding and implementation of the Equus Beds Aquifer Recharge and Recovery Component of the Integrated Local Water Supply Plan, Wichita, Kansas (referred to as the Equus Beds Division). Makes operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Division the sole responsibility of the City of Wichita.

Authorizes appropriations for the federal share of the Division's total cost. Terminates the Secretary's authority to carry out this Act 10 years after its enactment.

Introduced in SenateMay 12, 200500

Wichita Project Equus Beds Division Authorization Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to assist in the funding and implementation of the Equus Beds Aquifer Recharge and Recovery Component of the Integrated Local Water Supply Plan, Wichita, Kansas (referred to as the Equus Beds Division). Makes operation, maintenance, and replacement of the Division the sole responsibility of the City of Wichita.