In this section, the House of Representatives agrees to pass a Senate bill, S. 4367, which aims to enhance the rivers and harbors across the United States, and focuses on conserving and developing water resources, along with other unspecified objectives.

The text outlines the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024, describing its purpose and providing a comprehensive table of contents. This act primarily addresses various water resources projects, including development, study, and reports on waterways, dams, and erosion, with additional provisions for infrastructure, economic development, and public buildings reforms.

The section being summarized states that this part of the legislation is officially named the "Water Resources Development Act of 2024".

The term “Secretary” in this section refers to the Secretary of the Army.

The amendment updates the Water Resources Development Act to improve communication and transparency between the Corps of Engineers and potential non-Federal partners by requiring the designation of community project advisors, providing clear information about project commitments, and ensuring consistent public access to project data. Additionally, the Secretary is tasked with issuing guidance for these advisors and must report to Congress on the implementation status and any potential obstacles.

The text outlines steps for implementing a water resources development act, requiring the Secretary to create a plan within 90 days, report on previous laws' implementation status, and provide regular updates to Congress. It also mandates a special team to facilitate implementation and coordinate with Congress and various divisions of the Corps of Engineers, ensuring that actions align with legislative intent.

The bill changes how certain water project studies are handled by extending the time allowed to complete them from 3 to 4 years and setting a maximum cost limit of $5,000,000. It also clarifies that these changes don't affect studies started before the bill became law.

The section outlines that the Secretary is required to identify and provide the minimum necessary real estate interest for water resource projects, aiming for less than full ownership when possible. It also mandates that non-Federal interests supply this minimum interest and requires an annual report to Congress on cases where full ownership was deemed necessary, allowing for revisions of past agreements to comply with these rules.

The amendment to Section 14 of the Act of March 3, 1899, introduces a review process by requiring the Secretary to develop standardized guidelines for reviewing applications across different districts. It also mandates a preapplication meeting for non-Federal entities to discuss design standards, appropriate submission stages for design packages, and potential issues with their plans, and allows the Secretary to use funds from these entities for such meetings.

The Secretary must update the Corps of Engineers' public website within 30 days after each fiscal year to show the current status of permits funded under a specific section of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000.

The section discusses a pilot program that allows non-Federal parties to use alternative delivery methods for water resources projects, detailing the selection and reimbursement process, and specifying limits like a maximum of 25 projects. It also makes several amendments to existing laws to increase funding and incorporate drought resilience measures into environmental improvement projects.

The section outlines a program under which the Secretary, in collaboration with non-Federal partners, will conduct studies and projects to manage stormwater for flood control. Priority is given to efforts that enhance urban flood control using natural features, with non-Federal interests providing necessary land and assuming costs, and a cost-sharing arrangement capping Federal expenses at $10 million per project or study.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to allow non-Federal entities to conduct feasibility studies for water resources projects and submit them for approval. It outlines how these studies should be conducted and reviewed, sets funding limits, and requires the Secretary to provide guidance and support for such studies.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act of 1986, allowing non-Federal entities that are managing water projects to request assistance from the Secretary for studies and permits, provided they fund these activities. It also specifies that the Secretary cannot reimburse projects for certain expenses and must update guidance for these changes within 18 months. Existing agreements can be amended to align with the new rules.

The section amends the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to update certain references and procedures for notifying non-Federal interests and Congress about proposals included in an annual report. After the report is published, relevant stakeholders and Members of Congress must be informed if their proposals are included.

The Secretary of Defense can officially recognize volunteers who provide services to the Army Corps of Engineers, based on a 1983 law, with awards or other acknowledgments, but not with cash. The Secretary must also create a process to manage these recognitions.

The section directs the Secretary to update the Corps of Engineers' guidance within 180 days to streamline the process for approving or denying requests to install broadband infrastructure on public lands and waters. It also emphasizes considering public benefits, financial alternatives, and detailed reasons for any denial, while ensuring the protection of natural resources and existing water projects.

The Secretary is required to continue the Silver Jackets program, originally set up under the Flood Control Act of 1960 and the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, which involves federal and state agencies working together to help communities with flood risk management.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 by specifying that several universities are to perform academic research on various water-related subjects, such as flood resilience, coastal restoration, and water quality, across different states and regions like West Virginia, Delaware, and North Carolina, among others.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 by adding a new project to the list of those eligible for temporary relocation assistance. This new project focuses on reducing hurricane and storm damage risks in Norfolk, Virginia.

The section modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to increase the depth for harbor deepening projects from 50 feet to 55 feet, affecting both construction and maintenance activities.

The text outlines that the Secretary, when awarding contracts for the dredge pilot program in inland waterways, should prioritize projects that improve navigation year-round, increase freight capacity, and potentially enhance the transportation of containerized cargo.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act to allow non-Federal entities to use dredged material disposal facilities with the Secretary's permission, provided it does not interfere with authorized projects and certain conditions are met. It also allows for fees to be charged for the use of these facilities, accounting for any improvements made by non-Federal entities, and mandates studies to determine if facilities are needed when they have not been used for an extended period.

The Secretary is required to create guidance for the standardization of real estate administrative fees managed by the Corps of Engineers, outlining methodologies and procedures, creating a review schedule, and allowing stakeholder input. This guidance and related information must be made publicly available on the Corps of Engineers' website.

The Secretary of the Corps of Engineers is required to keep databases updated with information on recreational sites they manage, including details about their operational status and available recreational activities.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 by removing a part labeled as subsection (h) and renumbering other parts that follow.

The Secretary is authorized to lead a national coastal mapping program in the U.S. to aid various federal missions like navigation and environmental restoration. This program involves sharing mapping data, using advanced technologies, and coordinating with other agencies, and it has an annual budget of $15 million.

The section updates existing legislation to allow the Corps of Engineers to remove abandoned vessels from U.S. navigable waters if it's in the public's interest and approved by the Coast Guard. It establishes that owners will be liable for removal costs and specifies what is considered a "covered vessel," with a budget of $10 million per year authorized for this purpose from 2025 to 2029.

The section authorizes the Corps of Engineers to remove vessels that obstruct navigation.

The section outlines that before any construction, modification, or operational changes are made to specific features on the Missouri River, the Secretary is required to assess potential impacts on water levels, flooding risks, navigation, erosion, and nearby infrastructure. If negative impacts are identified, measures must be taken to mitigate them. The section also clarifies that these requirements do not alter other existing legal obligations.

The section modifies the cost-sharing formula for inland waterway projects under the Water Resources Development Act of 1986, increasing the federal share of costs from 65% to 75% and reducing the non-federal share from 35% to 25%. These changes apply to new or ongoing projects starting from October 1, 2024.

The section changes a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 to now include “title research for abandoned structures” in the types of planning assistance that can be provided to states.

In Section 1128 of a bill amending the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, the deadline has been changed from "December 31, 2024" to "December 31, 2026".

The Secretary must, within 90 days of the Act's enactment, provide guidance for implementing a specific section of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 and create a way to accept funds from non-Federal sources for maintenance dredging.

The section amends existing laws to enhance the use of dredged material in U.S. water projects. It authorizes the Secretary to promote flood resilience, encourages using 70% of dredged material beneficially, and allows excess material to be given to non-federal entities at no extra cost, with these entities covering transport expenses and liabilities.

The Secretary, working with federal and state agencies, laboratories, and research institutions, is tasked with developing and maintaining models related to water resource projects. These models are used for planning and must be shared with non-Federal interests and the public, while ensuring confidential information is protected. The Secretary can fund these efforts and review models, considering their value towards project costs.

The section outlines updates to the National Dam Safety Program, including adding a definition for "underserved community," requiring the Secretary of the Army to maintain a detailed inventory of dams, revising requirements for rehabilitation grants, and extending related provisions to 2028. It also repeals a section of the National Dam Safety Program Act and emphasizes safety and technical assistance for low-head dams.

The bill requires the Secretary of the Army to maintain and update a national inventory of dams and low-head dams, detailing information like their location, condition, and safety status. This inventory should be publicly accessible and includes a directory of resources for improving safety and removing obstacles at low-head dams.

The amendment to Section 214(a) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 adds a definition for "Indian Tribe," updates language to include "Indian Tribe" alongside "public-utility company," and removes paragraph (4). Additionally, it specifies that projects can include aquatic ecosystem restoration.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 to expand a harmful algal bloom program, including more agencies and organizations, adding new locations like Lake Elsinore and the Willamette River, and increasing funding to $35 million. It also outlines priorities for reducing pollution, utilizing natural methods, and developing technologies for detection and beneficial uses of retrieved algae.

The amendment to Section 1033(c) of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 clarifies that corrosion prevention activities can be carried out through programs that either set industry standards for corrosion prevention or are part of industrial coatings applicator programs connected to employment training or registered apprenticeships.

The amendment to Section 8101 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 involves adding "pile dike" to the list of structures referenced and specifies conditions under which certain structures might qualify for federal maintenance, particularly when a pile dike becomes disconnected from a navigation project due to lack of maintenance.

The section modifies the Flood Control Act of 1970 to include inter-tribal consortiums as eligible entities, defining them according to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.

The text amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to include projects for protecting and restoring the shoreline of Connecticut and the Winooski River tributary watershed in Vermont.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act to outline criteria and procedures for assessing if a non-federal party can afford their share of a project's costs, including factors like income and economic disadvantage. It also mandates annual reporting on these determinations and sets priorities for evaluating certain water-related projects.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act to include definitions of terms related to Indian Tribes, expands the types of projects and activities eligible for the Tribal partnership program, and establishes a pilot program for water resources development projects in specific locations. It also changes reporting requirements and funding amounts, and clarifies that certain dam-related activities are not authorized under this program.

The section establishes a pilot program allowing Indian Tribes to directly manage specific construction projects under the Tribal partnership program. It outlines the responsibilities, administrative processes, cost-sharing, and reporting requirements, and authorizes funding through 2029 to evaluate and potentially expand the program nationally.

The amendment to Section 905(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 requires the Secretary to identify and determine the Federal interest in water resource studies benefiting disadvantaged communities, set limits on the number of such determinations per year, and specifies funding conditions and the exclusion of determination costs from certain budget limits. After completing this Federal interest determination, the study can continue without needing a new investment decision.

The text amends a section of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to include additional river basins and watersheds and authorizes the Secretary to prepare feasibility reports on water resources projects if requested. Priority is given to certain watersheds in Hawaii, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and Guam.

The section updates an existing law to enhance the control of aquatic plant growths and invasive species by adding measures for monitoring and contingency planning. It also extends these measures to include the Connecticut River Basin along with the Ohio River Basin.

The section outlines conditions under which the Secretary can certify real estate availability and proceed with hurricane and storm damage reduction projects using nonperpetual easements instead of perpetual ones, subject to compliance with specific agreements and notifications, especially if the easements expire without renewal. It also details the management of real estate interests, implementation measures for specific projects in Florida, and emphasizes that easements for these projects should not exceed the project's lifespan nor be less than 50 years.

The amendment to Section 5(c) of the Act of August 18, 1941, allows non-Federal groups responsible for maintaining levees to be eligible for repair help even if they don't meet certain requirements, as long as they create a systemwide improvement plan that addresses upkeep issues and sets out timelines for fixing them. It also provides guidelines on handling structures deemed unwanted encroachments and repeals a section of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, while ensuring these changes don't affect pre-existing agreements. Additionally, it prohibits the Secretary from making disaster preparedness exercises a requirement for receiving rehabilitation assistance.

The section modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 to specify that certain harbor projects must be located in specific U.S. states and territories, and that these projects should either primarily serve U.S. consumption or are crucial for the long-term sustainability of local communities. Additionally, it updates the criteria for evaluating project benefits.

The section requires the Secretary to study the feasibility of certain projects in specific communities outside the contiguous United States by calculating an alternative benefit-cost ratio. This ratio will compare the costs of these projects to similar ones in nearby mainland areas, and if a project's ratio is less than one and leads to project discontinuation, Congress must be notified. The Secretary must report these findings to relevant congressional committees.

During the 6-year period after this law is enacted, the Corps of Engineers can switch to using remote operations at their facilities, like dams or power stations, if they notify Congress and ensure these changes don't cause security risks, are necessary to improve the facility, and involve public input.

The section outlines the responsibilities of the Secretary to submit initial and annual reports to specific congressional committees regarding various water resource-related reports and studies. It specifies timelines for these reports, the information they must contain about the status and funding of each report, and makes certain reports publicly accessible while excluding feasibility studies from these requirements. Additionally, the Secretary is tasked with issuing guidance based on previous legislative provisions within 180 days of the Act's enactment.

Congress emphasizes the importance of maintaining and operating alternate seaports for national security. The Secretary is required to report on these needs, including any project backlogs, to specific congressional committees within a year.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act to allow the U.S. government, with Canada's agreement, to manage extra flood storage at Hugh Keenleyside Dam to reduce flood risks in the Columbia River Basin. It authorizes funding for this purpose through 2027 and includes a sunset clause for the authority, along with definitions for key terms used in the law.

The section amends the Challenge Cost-Sharing Program under the Water Resources Development Act of 1992, allowing non-Federal public entities and private nonprofit entities to collect and use user fees at recreation sites they manage, provided they meet specific requirements set by the Secretary. Additionally, it clarifies terms like "non-Federal public entity" and "private nonprofit entity" and ensures these entities have the authority to manage the agreements and handle potential damages.

The section changes the rules about how the Army can collect and use recreation fees from visitors. It states that most of the money collected should be used for maintaining the parks where it was collected, as long as it follows the rules set by Congress.

Congress believes that to improve water management, the Secretary should develop a system for sharing and using water data, prioritize important data, collaborate with various agencies and stakeholders to create standards, make data accessible to the public, integrate data tools nationwide, and support new technologies for data collection and sharing.

Congress believes that when the Secretary carries out any feasibility study, they should follow certain guidelines and policies to document benefits fully. These guidelines, described in memos from April 2020 and January 2021, are signed by leaders in Civil Works.

The section is titled "Grace F. Napolitano Priority for Water Supply, Water Conservation, and Drought Resiliency Act of 2024". This means that the laws and regulations linked to this part of the bill focus on improving water supply, conserving water, and preparing for droughts.

The policy outlined in this section encourages the U.S. Corps of Engineers to work with states and local groups to enhance water supply, conservation, and drought resilience at water resource projects. It ensures that these initiatives align with existing projects and laws, while maintaining states' water rights and the Corps' missions without altering any established agreements or laws.

The section outlines that when updating water control manuals for certain reservoirs, the Secretary should include using forecast-informed operations, as long as funds are available. It also states that the Secretary must provide guidelines for these updates, assess different reservoirs for their suitability, and consult with federal and state agencies while ensuring that state water laws and interstate compacts remain unaffected.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 to include the use of forecast-informed reservoir operations in certain water control manuals.

The section establishes a pilot program allowing the Secretary of the Army to prioritize water supply operations during drought emergencies in certain projects in California, Nevada, and Arizona. It ensures that these operations adhere to existing water management plans, allows for collaboration with non-federal parties, and maintains compliance with federal and state environmental laws without altering existing agreements or state water laws.

The section updates a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 to allow the Secretary to use funds from other agencies or non-federal sources to manage or revise plans for certain federal reservoir projects, which are important for flood control or navigation.

The text outlines the authorization for the Secretary to conduct feasibility studies for numerous new water resource projects and project modifications across various U.S. states and territories. These projects focus on flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, navigation, storm damage reduction, water supply, and other related purposes.

The section outlines that the Secretary is to speed up the completion of certain feasibility studies and may proceed with project planning if the studies show the projects are justified. It specifies modifications to studies relating to Mare Island Strait, Savannah Harbor, Honolulu Harbor, Alexandria to the Gulf of Mexico, and Saw Mill River to include additional benefits and expanded areas for evaluation.

The section outlines various projects across the United States that the Secretary is instructed to expedite. These include studies and reports on flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, hurricane and storm damage reduction, and other infrastructural improvements, with a focus on speeding up the process and prioritizing these projects for faster completion.

The section mandates the Secretary to speed up the review and coordination of feasibility studies for several projects in Texas: deepening a channel in Baytown, improving the Sabine–Neches Waterway, expanding the La Quinta Ship Channel in Corpus Christi, and developing the Raymondville Drain Project for flood control.

The section mandates the Secretary to create and submit various reports to Congress on a range of topics, including access for individuals with disabilities to recreational areas, turbidity in Oregon reservoirs, security at Soo Locks, Florida seagrass rehabilitation strategies, shoreline use permits, property buyouts in coastal storm risk management, fuel efficiency of Corps vessels, construction and maintenance of boat ramps, the inventory of bridges, the acquisition of real estate interest, ice jam prevention, and the possibility of building water projects abroad. Each report includes specific guidelines and areas of focus to be addressed.

The section outlines the requirements for an annual report by the Secretary on the costs and funding related to harbor maintenance, including a breakdown of expenses, funding requests, and unmet needs, as well as information about the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. It also specifies that this report must be publicly accessible and notes that certain previous legislative requirements are repealed.

The cost for completing a review report for the Craig Harbor navigation project in Alaska, which was authorized by the Water Resources Development Act of 2016, will be covered by the Federal Government.

The Secretary is instructed to study whether water supply should be added as a purpose for a project by the Corps of Engineers in the Colorado River Basin in Arizona, if requested by local authorities or the state's governor. If the study suggests including water supply as a project purpose, the Secretary will recommend this change to relevant Congressional committees.

The Secretary is required to quickly finish a study about changing how water storage is used at Beaver Lake, Arkansas, to help the Beaver Water District, following a specific law from 1958.

The Secretary is required to quickly finish studying plans for beach restoration in Oceanside, California, as authorized by a previous law. If these plans are determined to be technically and environmentally suitable, they may proceed with detailed planning and engineering for the project.

The Secretary is instructed to study the restoration of aquatic ecosystems in the Delaware Inland Bays watershed, which includes examining needs like saltmarsh restoration and shoreline stabilization. They must consult with relevant agencies and use existing data, and any proposed projects from the study require Congressional approval before construction can begin.

Congress emphasizes that maintaining Lewes Beach in Delaware is crucial for Sussex County's safety and economic growth. They direct the Secretary to conduct a reevaluation report to determine the necessary project area and how to apply relevant legislation to the project.

The section requires the Secretary to create a plan to address land encroachments around J. Strom Thurmond Lake, only focusing on areas known to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that adjoin specific properties in Georgia. The plan should include details on existing encroachments, their impacts, and possible actions to prevent future encroachments, while considering the effects on private landowners and allowing for public comment. It also specifies that no action to remove encroachments can be taken until Congress approves it, and it does not give any rights to encroachment owners or make the U.S. liable regarding the project.

The amendment modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 concerning the Algiers Canal Levees in Louisiana. It changes the wording to ensure the West Bank and Vicinity, New Orleans, Louisiana Hurricane Protection Project features are fully operated, maintained, repaired, replaced, and rehabilitated.

The section instructs the Secretary to study the possibility of connecting two hurricane and storm damage reduction projects in Louisiana, and requires the findings to be reported to certain Congressional committees within one year.

The Secretary is instructed to conduct a study on whether to deauthorize and potentially remove the Poor Farm Pond Dam in Worcester, Massachusetts, as part of a flood control effort. A report detailing the study's progress must be submitted to Congress within 18 months of the Act's enactment.

The Secretary is tasked with studying the effects of "hot spot erosion" on coastal storm risk management projects in New Jersey. Based on these studies, the Secretary will recommend ways to mitigate erosion, which may involve building structures like seawalls or using natural features such as living shorelines. "Hot spot erosion" refers to areas where sediment is lost quickly compared to surrounding regions due to natural processes.

The Secretary is given the authority to suggest ideas for environmental restoration while completing a study about protecting the New Jersey Shore, based on a decision made by the House of Representatives in 1987.

The section requires the Secretary to report on any unneeded land at the Lake Oahe project in North Dakota that could be transferred to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe for recreation, or, if no such land exists, to explain why each considered piece of land is necessary for the project's purposes.

Congress believes that the Allegheny River in Pennsylvania is important for recreation, the environment, and navigation. To support these uses, they emphasize the need for consistent service at locks and dams and suggest maintaining current service levels until a study on navigation and ecosystem restoration is completed.

The Secretary of the Army is tasked with speeding up the completion of a study on the Buffalo Bayou Tributaries and Resiliency in Texas. They must submit a report by December 31, 2025, which includes project recommendations that align with community goals, minimize negative environmental and community impacts, and enhance infrastructure resilience.

The section requires the Secretary to submit a report within one year to certain Congressional committees, identifying opportunities for land or easement exchanges related to the Lake O’ the Pines, Texas, project that align with existing project purposes. The project is part of a broader flood control plan authorized in 1946.

The section outlines that Congress wants the Secretary to speed up the completion of important documents related to the Matagorda Ship Channel Improvement Project in Texas. It explains that these documents include an environmental impact statement, a plan for managing dredged materials, and a possible report on changes after authorization, and highlights that if the project needs more approval, planning and design should start right away.

The Secretary is required to prioritize and carefully consider a request from the City of Waco, Texas, regarding a specific provision of the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 and its application to a structure near Waco Lake.

The Secretary of the Army is allowed to perform detailed studies on river and coastal flooding in Washington State, focusing on resilience, sea level rise, and vulnerabilities, especially for tribal and economically disadvantaged communities. They must use existing data from various sources to recommend how to protect infrastructure and resources.

The amendment to Section 1207 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 changes how the Secretary of the Army conducts projects in the Kanawha River Basin. It specifies that for projects benefiting economically disadvantaged communities in West Virginia, the community will only need to pay 10% of the project cost.

The Secretary is tasked with leading a study to find ways to reduce flood risks and improve flood resilience in the Upper Mississippi River area. This study will focus on making recommendations for managing floods, supporting navigation and environmental goals, and possibly changing laws, while working closely with relevant states, federal agencies, and local organizations.

The Secretary is required to brief specific Senate and House Committees about the results of a consultation under the Endangered Species Act regarding the management of the Missouri River systems. This briefing must cover any biological opinions formed during the consultation and any potential funding requests to Congress for actions tied to those opinions.

The Secretary, along with federal and state agencies, can study water-related issues like supply and drought resilience in areas over the Ogallala Aquifer, but this does not allow for any projects to move water out of the Missouri River Basin.

The section directs the Secretary to work with the National Academy of Sciences to study and report on how the Corps of Engineers manages dams and reservoirs in the Upper Rio Grande Basin. The report will include recommendations for improving operations to address challenges like droughts, and must be submitted to relevant congressional committees within two years.

The Secretary is tasked with completing a feasibility study for reducing flood damage in the Upper Susquehanna River Basin in New York, upon request by a non-Federal interest. The study must utilize previous reports from January 2020 and reassess project benefits, specifically considering economically disadvantaged communities.

The section makes a technical correction to the Water Resources Development Act of 2022, specifying projects for ecosystem restoration in the Walla Walla River Basin, including the Nursery Reach in Oregon and Mill Creek in Washington.

The Secretary is instructed to quickly review and consider requests from a Federal power marketing administration to apply a specific section of the Water Resources Development Act to dam safety projects at Garrison Dam in North Dakota and Oahe Dam in South Dakota.

The section requires the Secretary to collaborate with various government agencies to count Cape Sable Seaside Sparrows in Florida every year and, as much as possible, for the five years before each count. Additionally, the Secretary must report the findings to specific congressional committees every year for ten years after the Act is enacted.

The section requires the Secretary to report on efforts to manage invasive species at water projects across the U.S., including descriptions of used methods, a variety of successful projects, impacts on civil works, partnership efforts, a plan update, and recommendations for improvement.

The Secretary must submit a list of ongoing water projects to the Comptroller General within 30 days after this Act is enacted, regardless of the previous deadline set by the Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

The section mandates that the Secretary, with input from relevant federal agencies, must submit a report within 18 months, proposing ways to reduce microplastics released by the Corps of Engineers' activities. The report should specifically evaluate methods to decrease microplastic pollution from certain vessel operations, explore nature-based solutions, and assess the costs and benefits of these measures.

The Secretary will conduct post-disaster watershed assessments for areas of Maui, Hawaii, and near Belen, New Mexico, affected by recent wildfires. A report on these assessments is to be submitted to specific Congressional committees within 18 months of the Act's enactment.

The section mandates a study to determine how real estate and contributions are valued for projects under the Tribal Partnership Program. It requires a report evaluating current procedures, considering cultural aspects, and suggesting legislative changes if needed.

The section requires the Secretary, along with other federal agencies, to submit a report to specific congressional committees on the guidelines for levee safety, which are established by previous law. The report should describe the guidelines, detail their development process, assess their voluntary nature, and include any recommendations for changes.

The bill mandates that within one year, the Secretary must create and share a guide on public-private partnerships for water projects on the Corps of Engineers' website. The guide will cover relevant laws and opportunities, past partnerships, roles and benefits, and the process for forming agreements, with flexibility for updating existing resources.

The section requires the Secretary to study various programs and laws that help use alternative methods for water projects, evaluate their effectiveness, and report the findings and any lessons learned to Congress. Alternative delivery methods include approaches like public-private partnerships that differ from traditional project methods.

The section allows for changes to be made to the Water Resources Development Act of 1996. It updates the language in subsection (c) to include planning and design expertise and increases the funding limit in subsection (d)(1) from $1,000,000 to $2,500,000.

The section outlines various studies and reports that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) must conduct on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers concerning water resources development projects. These include reviews on the accuracy of project cost estimates, project lifespan issues, environmental review processes, use of technology, funding distribution, and disaster preparedness, as well as the impact of hazardous materials, homeless encampments, and more on the Corps' operations. Each study is to be completed within a year and reported back to the relevant congressional committees.

The section outlines a process for Congress to deauthorize old water resources projects that are no longer feasible due to lack of support, resources, or relevance. It involves creating lists of such projects, seeking public and state input, and submitting final lists to Congress while ensuring transparency by publishing in the Federal Register.

The text outlines the deauthorization or modification of several federal projects across the United States, such as flood management, navigation, and ecosystem restoration, indicating these projects are no longer approved or are changed from the date the law is enacted. Specific locations affected include parts of California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maine, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, North Dakota, Virginia, and Washington.

The section outlines updates to various projects and programs related to water resources, including increasing funding for certain projects, extending deadlines for invasive species control, and prioritizing projects in specific locations like California, Kentucky, and Vermont. It also includes amendments to timeframes and financial allocations for several ongoing pilot programs and safety initiatives under the Water Resources Development Act and related legislation.

The section outlines amendments to the Water Resources Development Act of 1992, adding new projects and modifying existing ones for environmental infrastructure. It specifies the allocation of federal funds for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in numerous cities and regions across the United States, as well as adjustments to funding amounts for several projects initially established under previous legislation.

The section establishes an environmental infrastructure pilot program for projects in economically disadvantaged communities, allowing the federal government to cover up to 90% of the project costs, as long as the total increased federal contribution does not surpass $10 million per year. This authority will end 7 years after the enactment of the law.

The text outlines the rules for transferring ownership of certain U.S. government properties. It describes the conditions for properties in locations like Los Angeles, California, and Skamania County, Washington, to be transferred to local governments or entities, often with clauses ensuring the properties serve a public purpose or revert back to the government if they do not.

The section specifies that the federal government will cover the entire cost of the flood risk management and bank stabilization project in Selma, Alabama, as authorized by the Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

The section allows Barrow, Alaska, to proceed with a coastal erosion project if the North Slope Borough adopts a floodplain management plan that meets certain criteria. This plan must be developed with the help of the Secretary and FEMA, following specific guidelines, and has to be approved by the Secretary to ensure that the area is protected from flood impacts.

In the Lowell Creek Tunnel section of the bill, Congress is changing a previous law by replacing the number "20" with "25" in the Water Resources Development Act of 2007.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 1976 broadens the Secretary's responsibilities regarding shoreline management in San Francisco Bay and Contra Costa and Solano Counties. It requires the Secretary to explore ways to adapt to rising sea levels, consider the needs of disadvantaged communities, use natural solutions when possible, and evaluate the impacts of flood protection and environmental infrastructure on the local economy and ecosystems.

The section modifies the flood control project for the Santa Ana River Mainstem, including Santiago Creek, by making the Santiago Creek Channel a separate part of the project and restricting construction to minimize damage to trees. It also mandates a report within 90 days to update on the project's progress and land-related issues.

The section outlines that if the Metropolitan District of Hartford County, Connecticut, asks to terminate their contract for using water storage in the Colebrook River Reservoir, the U.S. Secretary must offer to amend the contract within 90 days. This amendment would release the District from certain financial obligations tied to the reservoir's operation, maintenance, and major costs.

The amendment to Section 527 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 increases the authorized funding for Faulkner Island, Connecticut, from $4,500,000 to $8,000,000.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 states that the federal government will cover 90% of the costs involved in a project related to the restoration of northern estuaries in Florida.

The amendments to Section 1319(c) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 involve updating the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam project to ensure full repair and modification for stability, adding a fish passage structure, and transferring recreational land to Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia. Additionally, the Georgia Ports Authority's financial contribution to the project's modifications is capped at the cost of the fish passage structure, aligning cost-sharing with recommendations from a 2012 report.

After the ecosystem restoration project at Brandon Road, Illinois is completed, the federal government will cover 90% of the operation and maintenance costs for 10 years, starting when federal funding for these costs begins.

The section outlines a requirement for the Secretary to study the Larose to Golden Meadow project in Louisiana by June 30, 2025, assessing modifications, risks, and necessary improvements, and then report findings and recommendations to Congress. Additionally, it defines the project as authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1965 and allocates $3,000,000 for this purpose.

In this section, the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 is amended to allow the Secretary of the Army to credit the non-Federal share of costs for the Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico project in Louisiana. This credit applies to costs from interim flood protection work done by local interests after March 31, 1989, as long as the work is essential to the project, followed Federal laws and policies at the time, and meets certain other requirements.

The section outlines requirements for a feasibility study concerning modifications to the Port Fourchon project in Louisiana. It specifies actions and deadlines for the Secretary of the Army when responding to study requests and submissions, including determining whether additional information is needed, completing necessary analyses and reviews, and issuing decisions.

The section modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, instructing the Secretary to minimize the space needed for easements by considering using crane barges on the Mississippi River when making changes at the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam in Minneapolis.

The amendment to the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act increases the funding for the Missouri River levee system from $7 million to $65 million.

The section outlines that the Secretary must arrange a water storage agreement with the Southwest Missouri Joint Municipal Water Utility Commission for Stockton Lake, Missouri, following specific modifications, such as reallocating storage spaces in phases and determining payment terms. It also specifies that any loss to the Federal hydropower purpose should be compensated without increasing costs for water users and reaffirms that the Secretary's existing authority under the Water Supply Act of 1958 remains unchanged.

The section establishes that certain structures, defined as "eligible structures," are allowed to remain at the Table Rock Lake project unless they are abandoned or fail. It clarifies that these structures must have the proper licensing, be suitable for human habitation, and not affect the reservoir or dam, applying only to current and one future owner of each structure.

The section states that for a flood risk management project in the Mamaroneck-Sheldrake Rivers area of New York, the local community will only need to cover 10% of the project's costs. This is because it benefits an economically disadvantaged community, based on criteria from the Water Resources Development Act of 2020.

The section allows the Secretary, as long as funding is available, to include the cost of replacing a Cutter Suction Dredge as part of the overall operating costs for maintaining the Columbia River Channel project in Oregon and Washington. This agreement must be made between the Secretary and the non-Federal partner involved in the project.

The Secretary is required to delay finalizing the review and consultations concerning the operation and maintenance of flood control and other projects in the Willamette River Basin in Oregon until they fully analyze an option to stop using hydropower, even though hydropower is one of the intended purposes of these projects.

The section allows the Secretary to transfer or release land and easements related to the Houston Ship Channel that are no longer needed for federal projects to the Port of Houston Authority, ensuring such actions do not interfere with current or future federal navigation projects. The Port of Houston Authority will have the first opportunity to claim any excess easements and must cover all transaction costs, with additional terms set by the Secretary to protect U.S. interests.

The Federal government will cover 90% of the costs for planning, design, and construction related to fixing issues identified in the 2020 Matagorda Ship Channel Project Deficiency Report for the Matagorda Ship Channel in Port Lavaca, Texas, which was originally authorized by the 1958 River and Harbor Act.

The San Antonio Channel Improvement project for flood control in Texas, originally authorized in 1954, has been modified to proceed based on Alternative 7 as outlined in the 2014 report and environmental assessment. The Secretary is mandated to carry out this project following these updated guidelines.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act to allow that, for critical restoration projects benefiting economically disadvantaged communities, the community only needs to cover 10 percent of the project costs.

The section discusses the financial responsibility for the ongoing operation and maintenance of the Ediz Hook Beach Erosion Control Project in Port Angeles, Washington. It states that these costs will be shared according to a specific formula outlined in a past Water Resources Development Act.

The section authorizes a program to provide environmental assistance to certain counties in Washington State, offering up to 75% federal funding for projects like water supply and wastewater treatment, with a higher federal share of 90% for economically disadvantaged communities. Additionally, it includes cost-sharing plans, sets a $242 million funding limit, and requires partnership agreements with non-federal interests for project implementation.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 to include riverine erosion in addition to coastal erosion and other types of damages in Alaska. It also updates the tables of contents in two acts to reflect this change.

The Chattahoochee River Program section of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 is being updated to replace the term "comprehensive plan" with "plans," extend the timeline from 2 to 4 years for creating these implementation plans for restoration projects, and extend the reporting period from 3 to 5 years.

The Chesapeake Bay Oyster Recovery Program has been updated to increase its funding limit from $100 million to $120 million, according to an amendment in the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.

The Delaware Coastal System Program aims to manage various projects that reduce hurricane and storm damage along Delaware's coast efficiently and comprehensively. These projects are collectively managed as a system, with an 80 percent share of costs covered by the federal government, and include adjustments to utilize dredged material for protective measures.

The section outlines a study for managing coastal storm risks along the Delaware Inland Bays and Delaware Bay Coast, which includes support for economically disadvantaged communities. It sets the non-Federal cost share for projects from this study at 10 percent and specifies that funds cannot be used for certain beachfill projects along the Atlantic Coast.

The section amends a previous law related to water resources development to include "coastal storm risk management" alongside environmental restoration and adds "Hawaii" to the list of areas mentioned, which already includes Guam.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 by changing the expiration year for activities related to the Illinois River basin restoration from 2010 to 2029.

The section authorizes a program for the Secretary to assist Kentucky and West Virginia in developing water-related environmental projects like wastewater treatment, under the condition that projects are publicly owned. The Federal government will cover 75% of the costs, and non-Federal parties will handle the rest, including all operation and maintenance expenses, with a total funding limit of $75 million, split equally between the two states.

The section discusses how the Secretary can acquire land for the Missouri River mitigation project, but only with the state governor's approval and not through eminent domain. It defines "covered land" as land acquired by a federal agency other than the Corps of Engineers, located in a specific area, and necessary for the project's purposes, and "covered project" as the mitigation project authorized by past legislation.

The Secretary is allowed to repair or restore hurricane-damaged structures, projects, or public beaches in certain areas of New York without proving national economic benefits if it helps protect communities. This authority lasts for 10 years and includes certain priorities and limitations on the scope and nature of such restorations.

The section outlines modifications to a study for reducing flood and storm damage around the New York and New Jersey Harbor. It authorizes the Secretary to include additional benefits and projects, engage with stakeholders, report progress to Congress in three years, and ensures that these new activities do not delay current efforts.

The Southeastern North Carolina environmental infrastructure program is established to provide design and construction assistance for water-related environmental projects in public ownership, with up to 75% Federal cost coverage (90% for economically disadvantaged communities). These projects focus on resource protection, wastewater treatment, and environmental restoration. The program also outlines cost-sharing, partnership agreements, operational responsibilities, and specifies the eligible North Carolina counties while authorizing $50 million in funding.

The section authorizes a program where the government can fund up to 75% of the cost to design and build facilities that treat pollution from old mining sites in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as long as these facilities are publicly owned and work on cleaning multiple pollution sources. The program also ensures that the remainder of the project’s costs and the responsibility for operation, maintenance, and obtaining necessary permits fall on non-federal entities, and it excludes sites already covered by other environmental laws.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to include "flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage risk reduction." It also clarifies that studies conducted after the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 will continue from an initial study and allows projects resulting from these studies to be implemented under a specific section.

Section 1347 amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 by clarifying Federal and non-Federal cost-sharing for certain projects. It specifies that economically disadvantaged communities only have to cover 10% of project costs, and it increases the total funds available for these projects from $250 million to $300 million.

The section establishes a program that allows the Secretary to provide environmental assistance for water-related projects in Oregon, requiring projects to be publicly owned and involving partnership agreements with cost-sharing provisions. A total of $40 million is authorized for this purpose, with specific guidelines on cost-sharing and credit for non-Federal contributions.

The Secretary of the Army is allowed to create a program to help Pennsylvania with water-related environmental projects, like wastewater treatment, as long as they are publicly owned. The projects will have a cost-sharing arrangement where the federal government covers 75% of the costs, and there are measures in place to credit the state for certain project contributions. Up to $25 million is authorized for the program, with no more than 10% used for administrative expenses by the Corps of Engineers.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 updates the language by including "Water and Sewer Authority" after "District of Columbia" and replacing "Fairfax County" with "the Fairfax County Water Authority."

The section states that the federal government will cover 90% of the cost for a study on water supply for Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. It also clarifies that existing agreements about this study won't change until a new agreement is made under this section.

The amendments to Section 571 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 include changing the Federal share of project costs to 90% for projects in economically disadvantaged communities and increasing the funding limit from $120 million to $150 million. Additionally, it involves the removal and redesignation of certain subsections.

The section from the Water Resources Development Act makes several changes, including increasing the federal government's share of project costs to 90% for projects benefiting economically disadvantaged communities, as defined by the Secretary. It also raises the total funding for these projects from $140 million to $170 million and eliminates one subsection while renumbering others.

The section updates the funding details for the Upper Mississippi River restoration program, specifying that from fiscal years 1999 through 2024, the funding continues as planned, and sets a new funding amount of $25 million for fiscal year 2025 and each year after that.

The amendments to Section 1113 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 increase the funding from $80 million to $90 million and ensure that the Federal government fully funds reconnaissance studies for Acequias irrigation systems.

The bill section updates the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 to include ecosystem restoration for underserved community harbors, extend project deadlines from 2026 to 2029, and allow the Secretary to carry out up to 10 projects for marinas or berthing areas essential to island communities or near federal navigation projects.

The Bosque wildlife restoration project outlined in the bill instructs the Secretary to implement methods for wildfire prevention and restoration in the Middle Rio Grande Bosque. Non-Federal costs for these projects generally follow previous Water Resources Development Act rules, but are reduced to 10% for projects benefiting economically disadvantaged communities, and the project is treated as a continuation of an earlier program, with a section of prior legislation repealed.

The section outlines amendments to the Water Resources Development Act of 1986, focusing on changing terms in payment agreements related to flood control projects. It specifies modifications in payment deadlines, the use of non-Federal interest credits, and the possibility of refunding overpaid credits, allowing them to be used for other cost-shared projects.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 by requiring the Secretary to report to specific Congressional committees about the status of requests for renegotiating payment terms made by non-Federal interests. It suggests that Congress believes the Secretary should respond to these requests promptly.

The section outlines amendments to water supply contracts. It specifies that the cost for water storage space at Copan Lake, Oklahoma, will be adjusted to 110% of the latest contractual rate, and for Kansas, it changes the interest calculation on water storage investments from annual compounding to simple interest until specific conditions are met.

The section changes the River and Harbor Act of 1958 by reducing the federal government's share of expenses for the control of aquatic plant growths and invasive species from 50% to 35%.

If the Secretary decides to replace the hopper dredge McFarland, they must keep the new dredge in reserve, regularly test it, and consult with stakeholders to use it for emergency work or if private companies fail to meet bidding or project requirements.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 by amending a list to include five new lakes: East Lake Tohopekaliga in Florida, Dillon Lake in Ohio, Hillcrest Pond in Pennsylvania, Falcon Lake in Texas, and Lake Casa Blanca in Texas.

The section amends an existing law to include additional waterways that need to be maintained. These are specific navigation channels in Baltimore, the United States Virgin Islands, Memphis, Florida, and Washington.

The Secretary is required to keep maintaining the pile dike system built by the Corps of Engineers for navigation purposes along the Lower Columbia River and Willamette River in Washington, and this will be funded by the federal government.

The Secretary is required to work with communities in Alabama and Mississippi to manage the dredging needs of the Tennessee–Tombigbee Waterway and to ensure that the locks and dams along the waterway, which are operated by the Corps of Engineers, remain navigable.

The changes to the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 adjust how costs are shared for dam rehabilitation projects, specify that the Federal Government cannot spend more than $60 million on a project unless it is authorized by Congress, update the fiscal years for funding, and remove a subsection.

The amendment to Section 511(a)(3) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 changes the deadline year from 2025 to 2029 for tasks related to soil moisture and snowpack monitoring.

The section changes the deadline in the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, allowing certain damages claims involving federal contracts to waive the non-federal share until 2027 instead of 2022.

The Secretary is required to provide technical help, including engineering, design, and cost estimation, to a Federal entity when requested, in order to help address navigation issues at the Wilson Lock and Dam in Alabama on the Tennessee River.

The section expresses Congress's opinion that the Secretary should work with local stakeholders in Alabama to handle the dredging needs for the Theodore Ship Channel project at Mobile Harbor, which is a part of a larger navigation project originally authorized in 1965 and updated in 2020.

Congress expresses that dredging in the Chesapeake Bay is essential for tourism, recreation, and fishing, and more dredging is needed. The Secretary should use existing laws as much as possible to help with dredging in small harbors and channels.

Congress believes that the Secretary should make data and decision information from the Corps of Engineers' civil works projects on the Missouri River public to maintain transparency for local communities.

The section outlines various water resources development projects authorized for implementation across the United States. These projects include improvements in navigation, enhancements for hurricane and storm damage protection, flood risk management, and ecosystem restoration, with detailed cost estimates for federal and non-federal contributions.

The Secretary is allowed to give up to $320 million to help Florida design and build a stormwater treatment area, which is part of a plan to restore the Everglades, as long as the money has been set aside for this purpose.

The North of Lake Okeechobee Storage Reservoir project is approved to be executed according to a feasibility study reviewed by the Secretary in August 2024. The Secretary is allowed to make changes or add conditions to the project as needed.

The bill allows the Secretary to use specific funds to design and construct various facilities in Texas and Missouri, including an operations building, a warehouse, and a joint office, as described in official documents. The funds used for these projects must be reimbursed from budgets of benefiting Corps of Engineers programs.

The section states that the title of the legislation is the "Fiscally Responsible Highway Funding Act of 2024."

The section provides definitions for terms used in the document: the "Secretary" refers to the Secretary of Transportation, "State" includes all 50 states plus the District of Columbia, and the "TIFIA program" refers to the credit assistance program under a specific United States Code chapter.

The bill section outlines a redistribution of $1.8 billion in prior TIFIA funding to states. The funds are to be distributed based on each state's share of federal highway funding and must be used like regular highway funds, with specific rules on how they can be spent and suballocated, remaining available until September 30, 2028.

In this section, it is outlined that on April 1, 2025, the Secretary of Transportation will allocate 75% of certain unused transportation funding to states. This funding will be divided among the states based on how much they were previously allocated for the year 2025, and it must be used for specified transportation purposes and remain available until September 30, 2028.

The section describes how, on April 1, 2026, the Secretary will determine how much TIFIA funding is left unused and redistribute 75% of it to the states. The funds distributed to each state will be based on the proportionate amount they received in 2026, are subject to certain federal rules, can be used for various highway-related purposes, and will remain available until September 30, 2029.

The section titled "SEC. 2201" states that this part of the law is called the “Economic Development Reauthorization Act of 2024”.

The section outlines changes to definitions in the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965, including new or revised terms like "blue economy," "capacity building," and "outdoor recreation." It also specifies what constitutes project predevelopment and details various regional commissions involved in economic development.

The section amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to allow the Secretary to organize meetings with various government and planning bodies to coordinate economic development efforts. These meetings, which will include both federal and state chairpersons from Regional Commissions, are intended to enhance collaboration, avoid duplicating work, and share best practices for regional economic development, with a report to be made public afterwards.

The amended section of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 allows for grants that not only support public works but also make improvements in areas like waste management, recycling, and high-speed broadband access. It includes additional considerations such as increasing economic diversity, mitigating impacts from extreme weather, aiding rural communities with limited resources, encouraging outdoor recreation, boosting job creation, and promoting tourism and blue economy activities.

The section amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to specify that grants for administrative expenses can cover costs such as planning processes, project predevelopment, and hiring professional staff to support economic development activities. Additionally, it updates the language to include broadband and measures to address the economic impacts of extreme weather.

The amendments to the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 increase the federal cost-sharing limit from 50% to 60% and allow Regional Commission contributions to count as non-federal funds. Additionally, for small communities with less than 10,000 residents that meet certain criteria, the federal government can cover up to 100% of a project's costs.

The section amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 by updating the criteria for assessing eligible areas to include per capita income, labor force participation, and underemployment. It also adds "retention" to the list of considerations for job creation.

The section amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to allow grants to be made to universities to establish centers that will provide economic development support services, including collaboration, technical assistance, and research, ensuring coverage in each state, with a focus on innovation and support in distressed communities. It also emphasizes the importance of regional public universities and partnerships with technology transfer organizations.

The section outlines the investment priorities under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965, which include projects focused on critical infrastructure, workforce development, innovation and entrepreneurship, economic recovery resilience, and manufacturing. It also states that if there's a need to use an investment priority not listed, a written notification must be provided to relevant Senate and House Committees.

In order to receive support under this bill, a project must align with certain priorities such as improving infrastructure, enhancing workforce training, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, boosting economic resilience, or advancing manufacturing. If the Secretary wants to use a different priority, they must inform specific Congressional committees, but all other requirements of the Act still apply.

The amended bill allows for grants to support economic recovery in regions impacted by changes in key industries, including steel, coal, and nuclear power. It defines terms related to each of these industries and outlines eligibility criteria for regions suffering from industry decline or closure, aiming to help communities adapt and restructure economically.

The section amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to focus on renewable energy by redefining terms and replacing "brightfields demonstration" with "renewable energy," allowing redevelopment of brownfield sites using various renewable energy technologies like solar, wind, and geothermal.

The section authorizes the Secretary to provide grants for developing and expanding workforce training programs and facilities, with funds usable for land acquisition, facility improvements, and equipment. Additionally, it establishes a pilot program allowing states to receive grants to support workforce training in critical industries, with certain eligibility, selection, and funding conditions, and a federal cost share not exceeding 70%, ending by September 30, 2029.

The section describes a program where the Secretary can provide grants for workforce training initiatives that focus on creating quality jobs and supporting the development of facilities and equipment. These grants can be used by states and other eligible recipients to improve training programs, develop partnerships, and assist individuals with training costs, ensuring economic development and employment opportunities without requiring a college degree.

The section outlines that when a project receives a grant of $100,000 or more from the Economic Development Administration, the Secretary must notify Congress three business days before telling the grant recipient. This notification must include specific details about the project and be made publicly available within 60 days.

The section outlines the requirements for the Secretary to notify specific Senate and House Committees about grant awards for certain projects worth at least $100,000, three business days before informing the recipient. This notification must include detailed information about the project and be made publicly available within 60 days.

The section outlines a program to expand high-speed broadband access, defining key terms such as "broadband project" and "eligible recipient," and detailing the grant process. It emphasizes geographic diversity, non-disqualification of participants, and allows certain property rights related to the projects while offering credit for non-Federal contributions.

The section outlines the high-speed broadband deployment initiative, which allows eligible recipients, such as public-private partnerships and consortia, to receive grants for broadband projects that improve internet access. It details considerations for grant applications, rules regarding ownership and transfer of property related to these projects, and provisions for non-Federal cost sharing.

The Critical Supply Chain Site Development Grant Program allows the Secretary to give grants to help ready sites for manufacturing projects. The program considers factors like economic impact on rural or Tribal areas, regional development plans consistency, job training efforts, and strategic industry support. Projects that have additional state, local, or private funding and demonstrate interest from commercial entities are prioritized. Funds can be used on utilities, readiness activities, workforce development, and ensuring job access for disadvantaged communities. The program does not require proof of private company site selection but ensures safeguards for timely completion and demonstrates private interest.

The Critical Supply Chain Site Development Grant Program allows the Secretary to provide funding to help prepare locations for manufacturing projects. These grants focus on improving economic conditions, matching regional development plans, and supporting strategically important industries. Priority is given to projects with additional funding sources and those that attract commercial interest.

The updated section of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 outlines criteria for identifying distressed areas, including problems like high unemployment, low income, and challenges from changes in the energy industry. It also requires transparency when including nearby counties in economic development plans, with a report explaining and making public the reasons and economic conditions for their inclusion.

The section updates the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to emphasize the importance of addressing extreme weather effects in economic development strategies. It adds an exception saying that the rules of this section do not apply to certain grants for areas with multiple strategies.

The section establishes the Office of Tribal Economic Development within the Economic Development Administration to coordinate Tribal economic activities, assist Tribal communities in accessing development programs, and collaborate with other federal agencies. Additionally, it mandates the creation of a strategic plan for Tribal economic development, updates every three years, requires a public website for information access, and ensures sufficient staffing for outreach activities.

The Office of Tribal Economic Development is established within the Economic Development Administration to coordinate tribal development activities, assist tribal communities in accessing economic programs, and work with other federal agencies. It will create and update a strategic plan for tribal economic development every three years, share it with Congress, and provide resources through a website. The Office will have enough staff to manage outreach activities.

The bill establishes an Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience to manage economic recovery efforts after major disasters, including creating a disaster team and allowing temporary employees to become permanent if qualified. The Secretary of Commerce will oversee appointments, report on staffing and performance, provide training, and submit annual reports on the office's activities and expenses until the authority expires in 2029.

The section establishes the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience to oversee economic recovery after disasters, appoint temporary personnel, and form a disaster team for rapid response. It outlines appointment, reporting requirements, and allows the use of resources from other federal agencies for emergencies, with annual reports on activities due starting July 2026.

A new section added to the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 allows a Regional Director of the Economic Development Administration to appoint a staff member as a "Technical Assistance Liaison." This liaison will help underresourced communities with their grant applications by offering additional technical support and feedback on unsuccessful applications, and the Secretary can also form agreements to provide further assistance to these communities.

A regional office's Regional Director in the Economic Development Administration can appoint a "Technical Assistance Liaison" to help underresourced communities apply for assistance. This Liaison works with an Economic Development Representative to provide extra technical support and give feedback on unsuccessful grant applications. Additionally, the Secretary can make agreements to offer more technical help to these communities.

The amendments to Section 603 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 require the Economic Development Administration to provide more detailed reports to Congress, including lists of grants for rural projects, an analysis of project timelines, and additional construction project information. The Secretary must also ensure public access to these reports and examine the causes of any project delays.

The section outlines that Congress believes the Economic Development Administration should continue using Economic Development Representatives to help underresourced communities, with a special focus on coal communities. It also mentions that when assigning these representatives, the Secretary of Commerce may consider the specific needs of coal communities.

The Secretary of Commerce is required to submit a report within 180 days detailing efforts to speed up and simplify environmental reviews for projects funded by a specific public works law. The report must outline actions related to recent amendments, identify commonly used shortcuts in the review process, and consider new approaches or partnerships to make these reviews more efficient. Within two years of the report, the Secretary must establish rules to implement these improvements as much as possible.

The section requires the Comptroller General to submit a report by September 30, 2026, evaluating the impact of various economic development programs on outcomes like job creation and unemployment. The report will also describe how these programs document their impacts, coordinate activities, and provide recommendations for potential improvements.

The section requires the Comptroller General to submit a report to Congress within two years, evaluating how Economic Development Administration (EDA) rules may hinder communities, especially small ones with less than 10,000 residents, in applying for and managing EDA grants. The report should review grant processes, assess applicants' abilities, recommend improvements, identify barriers for small communities, and suggest ways to simplify the grant application process.

The section mandates that within two years, the Comptroller General of the United States must conduct a study to evaluate how funding from the Economic Development Administration impacts rural, economically distressed communities, focusing on local job conditions and affordable housing. Once completed, the findings and any recommendations should be reported to relevant Senate and House committees.

This section outlines the authorized spending limits for various types of grants under the Public Works and Economic Development Act from 2025 to 2029. It specifies the amounts for grants related to public works, planning, training, economic adjustment, assistance to coal and nuclear host communities, renewable energy, workforce training, and critical supply chain development, all to remain available until used.

The technical correction in the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 involves replacing subsection (b) with a new table of contents, outlining sections related to economic development partnerships, grants, eligibility, administration, and funding, among other areas, to provide a structured overview of the Act's contents.

The section allows for up to $40 million to be set aside for each Commission each year from 2025 to 2029 to support its activities, as per an amendment to existing law.

The section outlines modifications to regional commissions, including changes to membership rules, decision-making processes, quorum requirements, administrative powers, meeting protocols, and deadlines for annual reports. It allows alternate State members to have a designee for voting, clarifies quorum needs by including Federal and State members, and extends the annual report filing time from 90 to 180 days.

The text describes an amendment to Chapter 153 of title 40 of the United States Code, allowing Federal Commissions to transfer and receive funds from other Federal agencies, as long as the transferred funds are used appropriately and in compliance with legal authorities. Additionally, a clerical change is made to update section numbers in the chapter's analysis.

A Commission can transfer money to and accept money from other Federal agencies if it's used correctly. Money can be moved to another agency if it's used for its original purpose. Money transferred to a Commission can only be used if the original rules allow it and the agency providing the money agrees it's an eligible use.

This section amends the United States Code to allow funds from a specific source to be used to cover the non-Federal portion of costs for certain projects receiving other Federal grants, provided the Commission involved is not the main funding source and the project aligns with the Commission's authority.

The section explains that the money allocated under this subtitle can be used to cover the non-Federal portion of costs for projects funded by other Federal grants, as long as a Commission is not the main funder and the projects align with the Commission’s legal powers.

The section amends the United States Code by adding new counties to different paragraphs: Lincoln is added to paragraph (1), Merrimack to paragraph (2), and Schoharie and Wyoming to paragraph (3).

The section updates the list of counties in the Southwest Border Regional Commission area by adding new counties such as Bernalillo, Cibola, Curry, De Baca, Guadalupe, Lea, Roosevelt, Torrance, and Valencia, and makes minor adjustments to previous county names.

The amendment to Section 15734 of title 40 in the United States Code changes the description of the Great Lakes Authority area to include counties that have any part of them within the specified region.

The section of the bill establishes programs for regional commissions to help improve economic development and healthcare in distressed areas. It introduces a State capacity building grant program to support business, job creation, and infrastructure improvements, and a Demonstration health projects initiative to provide funding for healthcare facilities and services, prioritizing addiction treatment and healthcare workforce development.

The section establishes a grant program designed to help states support business growth, job creation, infrastructure, and workforce development in certain eligible counties. Funds from the grants cannot be used for buying furniture, paying certain officials, or replacing existing state programs, and states must submit and get approval for an annual work plan to receive these grants.

A Commission can give grants for planning, building, equipping, and running health projects in needed areas to boost economic growth. Eligible organizations include educational institutions, hospitals, and specific healthcare facilities. The grants cover planning, construction, and operational costs, and may be combined with other federal funds. The Commission prioritizes projects that address addiction treatment, healthcare worker shortages, and chronic health issue screenings.

The bill establishes the Mid-Atlantic Regional Commission by amending existing U.S. laws to include this new commission, defines its region to cover all counties in Delaware, and certain counties in Maryland and Pennsylvania that are not already part of the Appalachian Regional Commission, and clarifies its application process.

The Mid-Atlantic Regional Commission includes all counties in Delaware, along with counties in Maryland and Pennsylvania that are not part of the Appalachian Regional Commission.

The Southern New England Regional Commission is established to include all counties in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, as well as six counties in Connecticut. This new commission is integrated into the existing legal framework, allowing it to receive applications for certain county-level programs.

The Southern New England Regional Commission includes all counties in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, as well as the counties of Hartford, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, and Windham in Connecticut.

The Denali Commission Act of 1998 is amended to authorize $35 million in funding for each fiscal year from 2025 through 2029, grant the Commission more authority like entering leases for office space, allow use of its funds for non-Federal shares in projects, and make adjustments to its special functions and reference to the Department of Transportation.

The section establishes the Denali Housing Fund to support housing projects in rural Alaska, offering grants and loans to various eligible entities. It aims to aid low- and moderate-income households and provide housing for public employees, with specific conditions on funding, interest, and project financing assistance.

The Delta Regional Authority's reauthorization involves several changes: increasing the funding to $40 million per year from 2025 to 2029, removing an existing termination clause, allowing the collection of fees for a doctor program, and updating succession rules for leadership. The amendment also acknowledges Indian Tribes in certain operations, and includes more parishes in Louisiana in the relevant development activities.

The Northern Great Plains Regional Authority is set to receive $40 million annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2029, according to an amendment in the funding section of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act. Additionally, the section that previously terminated this authority has been repealed, allowing it to continue operations.

The amendments to the Federal Assets Sale and Transfer Act of 2016 adjust rules for selling and managing federal properties, modify board member terms and meeting requirements, and include innovations for real estate transactions. They also introduce provisions for staff hiring, detail processes for agency property reporting, outline coordination with state, local, and Tribal governments, and require notifications to Congress on board activities related to federal real estate.

The section requires the Federal Real Property Council to allow the Board access to its meetings and reports, but only if they first agree on guidelines for sharing information with the public. If an agreement isn't reached within 60 days of the law's enactment, the Board must inform certain congressional committees every 60 days until the agreement is made.

The Utilizing Space Efficiently and Improving Technologies Act sets guidelines for federal agencies to measure and report the use of public and leased buildings, aiming to improve space efficiency. It requires occupancy data collection, mandates a minimum utilization rate, and outlines actions for underused spaces, including reducing space and consolidating agencies to ensure optimal use of taxpayer-funded properties.

The Impact of Crime on Public Building Usage Act requires two reports within one year of its enactment. The first report, by the Comptroller General, will discuss how crime, especially related to drugs like fentanyl, affects the use of federal buildings and commuting. The second report, by the inspector general of the General Services Administration, will focus on the costs and operational impacts of crime and safety issues near these buildings.

The Federal Oversight of Construction Use and Safety Act is focused on improving the management of federal building projects. It requires federal agencies to notify Congress about changes in project costs or scope, collects data on public safety incidents around federal buildings, encourages efficient use of space, and promotes sharing information among agencies to save space and reduce costs.

The Administrator of General Services is required to share information with Federal agencies looking for new office space about other Federal agencies in the same area, unless there are national security concerns. This helps in finding opportunities to share space, save on costs, and make the best use of office space.

The Public Buildings Accountability Act requires the Comptroller General to conduct a thorough review of the Public Buildings Service within a year of the Act’s enactment. The review focuses on the management of real estate programs, employee roles, costs, and effectiveness, as well as an examination of the Federal Buildings Fund's operations and expenses related to conferences and travel.

The section mandates that the Administrator of General Services must sell the Webster School property in Washington, D.C., by December 31, 2025, at a fair market price for its best use. The money from the sale will go into the Federal Buildings Fund and can only be spent if specifically appropriated in the future.

The section outlines a plan for the sale of property managed by the Bureau of Prisons in Missouri that is associated with the United States Penitentiary, Leavenworth, Kansas. The property must be sold at fair market value after a survey determines its legal description, and foreign entities are prohibited from purchasing it. Any costs involved in preparing the property for sale will be reimbursed from the sale proceeds, and net proceeds will be deposited into the Federal Buildings Fund, requiring future appropriation for use.

The Think Differently About Building Accessibility Act requires the Comptroller General to report within one year on whether office buildings managed by the General Services Administration comply with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968, which ensures facilities are accessible to people with disabilities.

The section requires the General Services Administration to update their facility standards revision process within six months. It mandates a public comment period, publication of changes, and a report to Congress on the updated process.

The text refers to an amendment in U.S. law where resolutions by certain congressional committees related to leases or construction projects expire if not acted upon within five years. This rule applies only to resolutions approved after the new law is enacted.

The section mandates that the Administrator of General Services must offer to transfer ownership of the Huntsville Courthouse and Post Office to the City of Huntsville, Alabama, within 60 days of the law's enactment. The City must pay an amount equal to the property's fair market value, but can use credits from another land parcel as part of the payment, and is responsible for all conveyance-related costs.

The section mandates that the Wilbur J. Cohen Federal Building in Washington, D.C., must be sold within two years after federal agencies vacate it, with the proceeds going into the Federal Buildings Fund. The sale cannot involve foreign entities or persons, even indirectly, ensuring U.S. ownership.

The section designates the courthouse annex at 310 South Main Street in London, Kentucky, as the "Eugene E. Siler, Jr. United States Courthouse Annex." It also states that any future references in U.S. laws or documents to this courthouse annex will use this new name.

The Federal building located at 50 United Nations Plaza in San Francisco, California, will be officially named the "Senator Dianne Feinstein Federal Building." Any references to this building in U.S. laws, maps, or documents will now use this new name.

Congress has decided to rename the Richard H. Poff Federal Building in Roanoke, Virginia, to the "Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building" in honor of Reuben E. Lawson's efforts to promote equality and end segregation in Southwest Virginia as a lawyer with the NAACP. All references to the former name in U.S. documents will now reflect this change.

The section designates the United States courthouse in Clarksburg, West Virginia, to be named the "Irene M. Keeley United States Courthouse." Any mention of this courthouse in various official documents will now use this new name.

The section designates that the Federal building located at 300 E. 3rd Street in North Platte, Nebraska, will now be officially known as the "Virginia Smith Federal Building." Additionally, any mention of this building in U.S. laws or documents will be considered a reference to the "Virginia Smith Federal Building."

Congress has decided to name the Federal building and courthouse at 600 East First Street in Rome, Georgia, after Judge Harold L. Murphy, in recognition of his notable contributions to law, including his role as a federal judge for 45 years and his landmark ruling in a case addressing racial segregation in Alabama. All references to the building and courthouse will now officially include Judge Murphy's name.

The section designates the United States courthouse located at 350 W. 1st Street in Los Angeles, California, as the "Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez United States Courthouse." It also states that any references to this courthouse in official documents or records should use this new name.

The section designates the Department of Energy Integrated Engineering Research Center Federal Building at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, Illinois, as the "Helen Edwards Engineering Research Center." Any references to this building in U.S. laws, maps, or documents will now refer to it by this new name.