SENATE 1761117th CongressRead twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Water Quality Certification Improvement Act of 2021
- Last Action
- 5/20/2021
Actions
- 2021-05-20Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- 2021-05-20Introduced in Senate
CRS Summary
As of 2021-05-20 (00)
Water Quality Certification Improvement Act of 2021
This bill limits the authority of states with respect to water quality certifications. Specifically, the bill limits the authority of states to review federally permitted activities that may result in discharges into navigable waters.
Cosponsors (6)
- Steve Daines (R-MT)
- Kevin Cramer (R-ND)
- Shelley Capito (R-WV)
- Patrick Toomey (R-PA)
- Cynthia Lummis (R-WY)
- Jim Inhofe (R-OK)
Subjects
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Environmental regulatory procedures
- Licensing and registrations
- State and local government operations
- Water quality
Sourced from Congress.gov (public domain).
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.