The Water Resources Development Act of 2024 outlines numerous programs, studies, and projects related to the development and management of water resources across the United States. The Act includes various sections detailing projects for harbors, waterways, and dams, as well as initiatives for community assistance, environmental protections, and infrastructure development.

In this part of the Act, the term “Secretary” is defined to refer specifically to the Secretary of the Army.

The bill outlines a pilot program that allows non-Federal entities to use alternative methods to complete water resource projects with shared costs between the Federal and non-Federal parties. It defines key terms like "alternative delivery method" and includes provisions for project monitoring, flexibility in project design, and specifies funding limits and authorizations for various water-related programs.

The Secretary is authorized to work with non-Federal partners to implement small projects for managing flood and stormwater risks, with specific cost-sharing and project agreement requirements outlined for these projects. The projects must include non-Federal contributions of lands and certain costs, and feature strategies like green infrastructure. Funding for a single project is capped at $15 million in Federal funds, with up to $90 million available each fiscal year.

The bill requires the Secretary to establish an office with a Community Project Advisor to help local groups access Federal resources for water projects. The advisor will provide guidance, run workshops, and identify the best assistance options, prioritizing rural, small, and certain other communities. An online portal will be created to offer guidance, and $10 million is authorized each year for this effort.

The Secretary must create a plan identifying the minimum real estate interest needed for water resources projects and ensure it aligns with legal and practical needs. They must report annually on cases requiring full ownership and allow changes to old agreements upon request.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to clarify the process for non-Federal parties to submit feasibility studies about water resources projects to the Secretary of the Army. It outlines new requirements for guidance, notification procedures, and authorizes funding for these activities, while allowing existing agreements to be updated according to the amendments.

The amendment to Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 allows non-Federal groups to lead water projects, ensuring they share costs and follow safety, legality, and engineering standards. It provides for project funding, applies exclusions, and authorizes $1,000,000 annually for these initiatives, with guidelines to be updated within 18 months.

Congress has amended Section 14 of the Act of March 3, 1899, to establish a single office within the Corps of Engineers responsible for reviewing applications for certain permissions. This office will ensure consistent and timely advice, offer pre-application meetings to help applicants understand requirements, and may accept funds from non-Federal entities to facilitate these meetings.

The text outlines amendments to the Water Resources Development Act of 2007, requiring the Secretary to create an electronic system for submitting and tracking permit applications and environmental review documents. It sets coordination requirements with other agencies, specifies system capabilities, and imposes deadlines, aiming to make environment-related federal reviews more accessible and efficient.

The section modifies existing laws about the development of water resources projects. It changes how costs are determined and alters budget limits for projects based on their estimated construction costs, with a higher cap for more expensive projects.

The section amends rules for flood control projects, allowing non-Federal parties to qualify for repair help if they create an improvement plan that fixes maintenance problems and meets deadlines. It also defines what counts as an acceptable structure within flood defense areas and says that eligibility for aid can't depend on participation in unrelated preparedness drills.

The bill amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to require clearer and more public reporting on how fish and wildlife losses from water projects are addressed, including involving local stakeholders in planning, making information about mitigation efforts available online, and ensuring coordination between project and regulatory teams.

The section proposes changes to the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 by increasing the authorized depth for harbor deepening from 50 feet to 55 feet for both construction and ongoing operation and maintenance.

The section requires the Secretary to issue guidance and create a way to accept funds from non-federal sources for maintaining certain harbors within 90 days after the Act becomes law.

Section 113 amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 to specify that remote and subsistence harbor projects can be located in certain U.S. states and territories, such as Hawaii and Alaska. It requires that most goods transported through these harbors be consumed in the U.S., or that the harbor is necessary for the long-term viability of local communities.

The section of the bill amends the Water Resources Development Act to focus on supporting projects for underserved harbors, including those providing essential services to island communities and those in the Great Lakes area covered by the Boundary Waters Treaty of 1909. It also allows for a limited number of projects to enhance marina or berthing areas connected to Federal navigation projects.

The section outlines a change to the Water Resources Development Act of 2022, where the Secretary is instructed to prioritize projects for dredging contracts that aim to improve the consistency of navigation, increase the amount of goods transported, and boost the availability of containerized cargo on inland waterways.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act allows non-federal entities to use both federal and qualified non-federal dredged material disposal facilities under specific conditions and mandates that such use not compromise federal projects. It also requires fees for use unless improvements made by non-federal entities reduce these fees, and provides for studies to determine whether non-federal facilities should remain in federal use if not utilized for 20 years.

The section outlines changes to laws regarding the use of dredged material, aiming to promote resilience to flooding and storm damage and ensure that a significant portion of this material is used beneficially. It also allows the Secretary to transfer excess dredged material to non-federal parties at no cost for beneficial use and emphasizes maximizing this use in development plans, especially in vulnerable coastal areas.

The Secretary, in collaboration with various agencies and institutions, is tasked with creating and updating economic, hydraulic, and hydrologic models for water resource projects, sharing these models upon request, and potentially funding them. Additionally, these models may be credited toward non-Federal contributions and must be made publicly accessible, while compound flooding is defined as a key concept in this process.

The section requires the Secretary to update water control manuals for reservoirs using "forecast-informed reservoir operations" whenever possible. It also mandates developing guidelines and conducting assessments of various geographically diverse reservoirs to evaluate the feasibility of these operations, with special attention given to certain regions, while consulting with relevant parties.

Section 120 of the bill updates the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 by adding that water control manuals can include the use of forecast-informed reservoir operations.

The section requires the Secretary of the Corps of Engineers to prioritize water supply as a key mission in water-related projects, while following existing rules and without gaining new authority. It also mandates reports to Congress detailing steps taken and actions identified to improve water supply from these projects, with an initial report due in one year and a final report in three years.

The section requires the Secretary to develop and share standardized guidance for setting and managing real estate administrative fees used by the Corps of Engineers. It includes creating methodologies for cost estimation, defining involved activities, and establishing review procedures, with stakeholder input and public access to the information.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to allow non-Federal public entities and private nonprofit entities to enter agreements with the Secretary to manage recreation facilities, collect user fees, and retain those fees for maintenance activities. It also establishes terms and conditions to ensure these entities can fulfill their obligations, and defines key terms like "non-Federal public entity" and "private nonprofit entity."

The proposed changes to the Flood Control Act of 1968 allow the Secretary of the Army to keep and use fees collected from recreation sites starting in 2035, ensuring at least 80% of the fees from each site are used for its upkeep. Additionally, unspent funds from a special account will be moved to a new account, which the Secretary can use for maintaining recreation sites without needing more funds from the government.

The Secretary is required to regularly update public databases managed by the Corps of Engineers with information about recreational sites, including their operational status and available activities.

The Secretary can honor volunteers working for the Army Corps of Engineers as per the Supplemental Appropriations Act of 1983, but the recognition cannot be in the form of a cash award.

The section requires the Secretary to update the policy guidance for evaluating requests to install broadband infrastructure on lands managed by the Corps of Engineers, ensuring public benefits, considering financial aspects, and quickly acting on applications. Additionally, it clarifies that the Secretary must provide detailed reasons for any denial and must still protect natural resources and carry out authorized water projects.

The amendments to the National Dam Safety Program Act enhance the monitoring and public access to information about dams, particularly low-head dams, define "underserved community," and revise funding and floodplain management conditions, extending the program’s funding through 2028. Additionally, they remove previous section 15 of the Act, ensuring communities at risk can access grant assurances and support for dam safety improvements.

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 section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2016, allowing the Secretary to spend more than $60 million on certain dam rehabilitation projects only if Congress receives a determination and authorizes the project. It also changes the funding timeline from 2017–2026 to 2025–2030.

The section outlines how, during feasibility studies, the Secretary should adjust the cost-benefit analysis for projects in "covered communities" like Hawaii, Alaska, and U.S. territories, to fairly compare them with projects in the mainland U.S. This involves calculating two ratios—one unadjusted and another adjusted for construction costs—and using these to help select a plan.

The section modifies the Water Resources Development Act to update how the Secretary of the Army determines if local bodies can afford their share of costs for water projects, considering various financial criteria and allowing for requests to reduce their required financial contributions. It also mandates annual reports to Congress on these determinations and lists specific projects for which these updated assessments must be conducted.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 to expand the definition of "Indian tribe," clarify the locations considered in proximity to rivers or aquatic habitats relevant to Tribal treaty rights, update terms related to storm damage reduction, and increase the authorized funding from $26,000,000 to $28,500,000, while also removing a subsection.

Section 133 updates the Water Resources Development Act by defining "Indian Tribe" to include both federally recognized tribes and entities formed by these tribes, allowing them to process permits alongside others like public-utility companies. It also specifies that certain projects can include aquatic ecosystem restoration, and removes one existing paragraph from the section.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 to require that reviews of project studies more thoroughly evaluate both economic factors and nonstructural alternatives for flood risk management projects. It also removes a subsection and renumbers the remaining subsections for clarity.

The section modifies the River and Harbor Act of 1958 by requiring efforts to include monitoring and planning for unexpected situations related to detecting aquatic plants, and it also adds the Connecticut River Basin to the list of areas covered by these efforts.

The section states that for the next 10 years, the Secretary of the Army cannot replace on-site personnel with remote operations at certain water project sites managed by the Army Corps of Engineers unless specific conditions are met. These conditions include ensuring there is no impact on existing activities, addressing security risks, and involving public and stakeholder engagement in the development of these remote operations.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 to expand the harmful algal bloom demonstration program, allowing for more involvement from local and non-profit agencies and increasing funding from $25 million to $35 million. It also emphasizes prioritizing projects that reduce nutrient pollution, use natural methods, protect wetlands, develop new technologies, and create beneficial uses for algae, while permitting agreements for using or selling developed technologies.

The section amends a previous law to add research projects by three universities. Western Washington University will study water quality and ecosystem restoration in the Pacific Northwest, the University of North Carolina Wilmington will research flood mitigation and coastal resiliency in the Mid-Atlantic, and California State Polytechnic University, Pomona will focus on water resource management for flood risk, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable aquifer management.

The section authorizes the Secretary to conduct a national coastal mapping program, which involves providing regular mapping of U.S. coasts to aid various missions like flood risk management and emergency operations. It includes sharing mapping data with relevant agencies and stakeholders, advancing mapping technologies, and ensuring cooperation with other agencies, with an annual budget of $15 million.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to update the list of watersheds for assessments and allows the Secretary to create feasibility reports for new water resource projects in certain areas, with priority given to watersheds in Maui, Hawaii, and various U.S. territories in the Pacific.

The document amends a section of a law from 1899, allowing the Secretary to remove non-obstructive abandoned vessels from U.S. navigable waters if it's in the public interest, with costs charged to the vessel's owner. It also defines what qualifies as a "covered vessel" and allocates funds for these activities.

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

The section amends the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to include provisions for activities related to corrosion prevention, specifying that such activities should be part of a program offered by an organization setting industry standards or be an apprenticeship or training program meeting certain criteria.

The section requires the Secretary to conduct an analysis before taking any actions on certain features in the Missouri River to ensure they do not negatively impact water levels, flooding risks, navigation, erosion, ports, or sand harvesting. If the action is found to cause such issues, the Secretary must take steps to mitigate them.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 by adding references to "pile dikes" alongside "jetties" throughout the specified section. It also updates conditions under which the Secretary can take action regarding maintaining federal breakwaters and specifies that actions can occur if a pile dike detaches from a navigation project due to lack of maintenance.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act by adding a new part about a hurricane and storm damage risk reduction project in Norfolk, Virginia, which was authorized by a previous law in 2020.

This section outlines guidelines for hurricane and storm damage reduction projects, stating that nonperpetual easements can be used if they meet specific conditions and include full disclosure of perpetual easement requirements. The section also specifies management criteria, project locations in Florida, and Congress's stance that easement terms should not exceed the project's lifespan but should last at least 50 years.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to include the shoreline of Connecticut as part of shoreline and riverine protection and restoration efforts.

Congress believes that improving the management of water resources requires the Secretary to create a framework for integrating and sharing water data, prioritize important data, and develop national standards with input from various groups. The goal is to make water data accessible, adopt new technologies, and enhance data tools and infrastructure.

Congress believes that when the Secretary conducts any feasibility study, they should closely follow the guidance and policies outlined in specific memoranda from April 2020 and January 2021, which focus on thoroughly documenting the benefits of such studies.

The section requires the Secretary to report to specific congressional committees about the status of various water resources reports and projects. An initial report is due 90 days after the law is enacted, with annual updates to follow. These reports must include details on funds available and needed, timelines for completion, and must be publicly accessible online.

The pilot program aims to protect Native American burial sites and cultural resources in the Sacramento River watershed, involving collaboration with Indian Tribes to manage reburial and recovery efforts. It includes guidelines for reburial sites, prevents the use of eminent domain for these areas, and ensures confidentiality of sensitive information, while allowing Tribes to undertake certain responsibilities and receive reimbursement within defined limits.

The Emergency Drought Operations Pilot Program allows the Secretary to run water projects in California, Nevada, and Arizona with a focus on water supply during droughts, while ensuring that flood risk management remains a priority during flood events. The program includes updating water control plans, accepting non-federal funds, and mandates a report to Congress, but does not change any existing water rights, agreements, or federal and state laws.

Congress believes that the Secretary has all the necessary authority to acquire less than full ownership of real estate as indicated by this Act and the Water Resources Development Act of 2018. If the Secretary disagrees, they must report their recommendations and any needed legal changes to specific Congressional committees.

The Levee Owners Board is a group established to provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary of the Army and Congress about the reliability of levee systems across the United States. Composed of 11 members from different regions, the Board meets at least twice a year to discuss flood risk management and provides independent advice on priorities and budget matters related to levee safety initiatives.

The section establishes a Levee Owners Board consisting of eleven members appointed by the Secretary, including representatives from different U.S. regions, with at least one Federal levee system owner-operator from each of the eight U.S. Army Corps of Engineers civil works divisions. The Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of FEMA may also appoint representatives to observe the board.

In Section 155 of this Act, the term "State" is defined as it is understood in a specific law from October 15, 1940.

The section authorizes the Secretary to conduct feasibility studies for new water resource projects across numerous locations in the United States, focusing on flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, and navigation improvements. Additionally, it permits modifications to existing projects to enhance flood control, navigation, and environmental features.

The section instructs the Secretary to speed up completing feasibility studies and post-authorization change reports for various projects related to ecosystem restoration, navigation, coastal storm risk management, and flood risk management across several states, including Alabama, Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri, and California. If a project is found to be justified, the Secretary can move directly to planning, engineering, and design steps.

The section outlines the acceleration of various feasibility studies by the Secretary, who may proceed to the planning and design phases if projects are deemed justified. The studies involve enhancing navigation and addressing risks in specific locations, including Mare Island Strait in California, Savannah Harbor in Georgia, Honolulu Harbor in Hawaii, areas from Alexandria to the Gulf of Mexico in Louisiana, and flood risk management in Saw Mill River, New York.

The provided text outlines several reports the Secretary is required to submit to Congress within a year of the law's enactment. These reports must cover various topics, such as improving access to recreational areas for people with disabilities, examining turbidity issues in Oregon's Willamette Valley reservoirs, assessing security at the Soo Locks in Michigan, evaluating efforts to rehabilitate Florida seagrass, reviewing shoreline use permits at Table Rock Lake, considering property buyout policies in coastal storm management projects, assessing the fuel efficiency of the Corps of Engineers' vessels, and detailing the condition of boat ramps at sites maintained by the Secretary. Each report requires collaboration with relevant entities and should include specific analyses, recommendations, and cost assessments.

The section requires the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct several studies on topics including donor ports, digital infrastructure, disaster preparedness, homeless encampments on Corps of Engineers property, Federal-State data sharing, nature-based features, ecosystem services, coordination with Tribes, and the Risk Rating 2.0 initiative. Reports of the findings are to be submitted to relevant Senate and House committees within one year of the Act's enactment.

The section requires the Secretary to submit an annual report to specific committees in Congress about the costs and funding related to maintaining harbors, including details on expenses, Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund deposits, and unmet maintenance needs. It also mandates this report to be publicly available, with a special focus on outlining potential savings from maintaining harbors, and repeals outdated sections of previous acts.

The Secretary, through the Engineer Research and Development Center and in consultation with other Federal agencies, is tasked with researching and developing methods to reduce microplastic pollution related to the Corps of Engineers' activities, such as sandblasting. This research will also explore the use of natural or nature-based features and assess the costs, benefits, and impact on project timelines of implementing such measures.

The section mandates that the Secretary must perform a post-disaster watershed assessment for certain areas in Maui, Hawaii, and near Belen, New Mexico, that were affected by wildfires in August 2023 and April 2022, respectively. A report describing the status of these assessments must be submitted to Congress within 18 months of the Act's enactment.

The Secretary is tasked with evaluating the possibility of building a connection between two hurricane and storm damage reduction projects in Louisiana: the Upper Barataria Basin and Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico. This evaluation must be completed and submitted to Congress within one year, along with any recommendations regarding the connection.

The section outlines a plan for the Secretary of the Army to study ways to improve flood resiliency and reduce flood risks in the Upper Mississippi River area. It includes evaluating strategies to minimize flood damage, support environmental goals, suggest legal changes, and coordinate with local and federal groups, with the study mostly funded by the federal government.

The Secretary is tasked with studying and recommending solutions for hot spot erosion affecting coastal storm risk management projects in New Jersey. This includes exploring various structural and natural methods to counteract erosion and improve project effectiveness, with "hot spot erosion" defined as the rapid loss of sediment in concentrated areas due to natural causes.

The Secretary of Oceanside, California, is required to speed up a study for reducing harm and restoring beaches as set by a previous law, and create a report with recommendations based on new sediment data. If these plans are found workable and good for the environment, they can move directly into detailed planning and design for the beach restoration work.

The Secretary is authorized to conduct comprehensive studies on flooding in coastal areas of Washington, focusing on sea level rise, climate change, and impacts on vulnerable communities. These studies will use existing data to recommend actions for protecting critical infrastructure and resources.

The Secretary is required to conduct a study to evaluate the potential removal of the Cherryfield Local Protection Project on the Narraguagus River in Maine. This study is mandated under the Flood Control Act and a report on its progress must be submitted to Congress within 18 months of this section's enactment.

The section mandates that the Secretary of the Army conduct a study to evaluate the removal of the Poor Farm Pond Dam in Worcester, Massachusetts, under the Flood Control Act of 1970. A report on the progress of this study must be submitted to specific Congressional committees within 18 months of the law's passage.

The bill directs the Secretary to collaborate with the National Academy of Sciences to produce a report on how dams and reservoirs in the Upper Rio Grande Basin are managed. The report, which must be submitted to Congress within two years, should include recommendations for better management strategies that consider factors like drought and changing weather patterns.

The Secretary is directed to conduct a study about the release or exchange of land and easements for a project in Texas, ensuring that local entities have first rights and can work with the government to find trading opportunities.

The Secretary is required to work with various government agencies to keep an accurate yearly count of Cape Sable Seaside Sparrows in Florida. Additionally, this information must be reported to Congress within 90 days of the law's enactment and then yearly for the next ten years.

The section allows the Secretary to quickly provide technical help, including engineering, designing, and cost estimation, to address navigation issues at the Wilson Lock and Dam in Alabama, if requested by a relevant Federal entity.

The Secretary is required to present a report to specific Congressional committees within 60 days of the law's enactment, explaining how the Corps plans to take over responsibilities for the Algiers Canal Levee as described in a section of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

The section updates the process for Congress to stop working on water projects that are no longer feasible, setting clear steps for identifying, listing, and deauthorizing these projects. It outlines how the Secretary will create a list of such projects, allow for public comments, and submit a final list to Congress, making sure not to include any project that gets funding before this list is submitted.

The bill includes amendments to various water resource acts, increasing funding and extending deadlines for several programs. It also prioritizes specific projects aimed at flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, and navigation improvement in various communities across the United States.

The section outlines procedures for the conveyance of certain real properties by the United States. It allows the City of Los Angeles, California, the County of San Luis Obispo, California, and the Port of Skamania County, Washington, to purchase specific properties at fair market value, each for designated purposes. The section also includes general provisions for responsibility over conveyance costs, liability, and property safety requirements, along with a technical correction to a previous act.

Section 304 modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 by adding five new lakes to the list of locations eligible for the lakes program. These additions include East Lake Tohopekaliga in Florida, Dillon Lake in Ohio, Hillcrest Pond in Pennsylvania, Falcon Lake in Zapata County, Texas, and Lake Casa Blanca in Webb County, Texas.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 adds several new navigation channels, including West Dundalk Branch Channel and Dundalk-Seagirt Connecting Channel in Maryland, Crown Bay Marina Channel in the United States Virgin Islands, Pidgeon Industrial Area Harbor in Tennessee, McGriff Pass Channel in Florida, and Oak Harbor Channel and Breakwater and Ediz Hook in Washington.

The section amends a law to allow the Secretary of the Army to transfer or sell bridges under certain conditions. It also requires the Secretary to report on bridges maintained by the Corps of Engineers that could be transferred, explaining the measures taken to reduce how many they manage.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to update funding amounts for the Upper Mississippi River restoration program, changing the allocation to $15 million for the year 2024 and $20 million for each year after that.

Section 103(k)(4) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 is modified to change certain payment terms and allow for excess credits from payments to be used towards remaining project costs or transferred back to the non-Federal interest for use in other projects.

The text modifies a section of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 to include areas outside of Delaware for shore protection and restoration. It now covers the State of Delaware along with certain locations in New York, like Fire Island National Seashore and several hamlets in New York.

If the Secretary replaces the Federal hopper dredge McFarland, the new dredge must be kept ready for emergencies, undergo regular testing not exceeding 70 days per year, and be used actively for dredging if private companies cannot fulfill their contracts or bid correctly.

In the amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 1986, the conditions for federal and non-federal responsibilities in acequias irrigation systems are revised, including a 100% federal funding for reconnaissance studies, and the overall funding limit is increased from $80 million to $90 million.

The section amends a previous law, the Water Resources Development Act of 1996, by adding Hawaii to a list that already includes Guam.

The Federal government will cover 100% of the costs for a flood risk management and bank stabilization project in Selma, Alabama, as authorized by the 2022 Water Resources Development Act.

The section allows Barrow, Alaska, to be considered compliant with certain flood management regulations if the North Slope Borough adopts a floodplain management plan. This plan must be developed in consultation with federal agencies and approved by the Secretary to help reduce the effects of flooding in the project area.

The amendment to Section 142 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1976 focuses on the San Francisco Bay and its surrounding counties, adding Contra Costa to the list of areas considered. It mandates that the Secretary investigate measures for adapting to rising sea levels, taking into account local economies, the needs of disadvantaged communities, and the use of natural features, as well as assess potential impacts on public infrastructure, ecosystems, and stormwater management.

The bill section modifies the flood control project for the Santa Ana River Mainstem in California, requiring the Secretary to treat construction of the Santiago Creek Channel as a separate part of the project and prohibiting construction if it harms existing trees. It also mandates the Secretary to report on the project's progress, including land acquisitions and reimbursement requests, within 90 days of the bill's enactment.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 by increasing the funding for Faulkner Island, Connecticut, from $4.5 million to $8 million.

The project originally designed to reduce hurricane and storm damage risks by using dredged material from the Delaware River is modified to now also address storm reduction for the Delaware Bay coastline in Delaware and New Jersey, including Broadkill Beach. This modification combines efforts previously authorized in 1999 and 2020 to enhance protection in these areas.

The Secretary is allowed to accept and use money from other Federal agencies for a project studying how to manage flood risks in the Federal Triangle Area of Washington, D.C, which is part of a larger effort approved in 2022.

The section makes changes to a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022. It updates the language to include "Water and Sewer Authority" after "District of Columbia" and replaces "Fairfax County" with "the Fairfax County Water Authority".

The section states that the federal government will cover 100% of the costs for the feasibility study of a water supply project in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, as authorized by a 2022 law.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 related to the Northern estuaries ecosystem restoration in Florida, specifying that the federal government will cover 100% of the cost for a certain part of the project.

The legislative section modifies the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam project to include repairs, maintain water levels, build a fish passage structure, and transfer nearby recreational land to Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia. Additionally, it caps the construction costs for the Georgia Ports Authority based on previous estimates for fish passage, and clarifies cost-sharing responsibilities.

The Secretary can transfer land interests on Dillard Road in Indiana to the state, but if the land stops being used as a road, it can revert back to the U.S. The state must cover transfer costs, hold the U.S. harmless from any future liability on the land, and comply with any terms set by the Secretary.

The section outlines a study to be conducted by the Secretary by June 30, 2025, which will evaluate modifications made to the Larose to Golden Meadow project in Louisiana since 2005. The study will look at various aspects of the project, including necessary improvements and economic re-evaluation. A report with the findings and recommendations will be submitted to Congress within 90 days after the study, and $3,000,000 is authorized for this purpose.

The text modifies a section of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007, allowing the Secretary to credit costs for work done by non-Federal groups on temporary flood protection since March 31, 1989, as long as it is essential to the project and complies with relevant laws and policies at the time it was completed.

The section discusses the process and timeline for reviewing a feasibility study related to a project at the Port Fourchon Belle Pass Channel in Louisiana. It outlines responsibilities of the Secretary, including delivering a determination within 30 days, reviewing the study for additional needs, and completing necessary analyses within 180 days, unless more time is needed due to missing information or significant changes.

The section modifies the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam in Minnesota by removing its purpose for navigation, as previously defined in a 2014 water resources law.

Section 329 updates a previous law by increasing the funding for the Missouri River levee system from $7 million to $65 million.

The section outlines that the Secretary is required to allow certain existing structures, like privately owned sewer and septic systems at the Table Rock Lake project, to remain there unless they are abandoned or fail. It defines terms such as "eligible structure," which includes various privately owned installations, and clarifies that these must not affect the reservoir or dam safety.

The section outlines rules for acquiring land for a project that aims to mitigate environmental impacts along the Missouri River in Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska. It specifies that the land must be on the river side of levees or assist in flood resilience projects, requires the state governor's approval, and prohibits the use of eminent domain; it also defines terms like "covered land" and "covered project" related to these efforts.

The section discusses a modified study on flood and storm damage reduction for the New York and New Jersey Harbor and Tributaries project. It authorizes the Secretary to consider ecological and societal benefits, include public input, and allow related projects, with a report on progress and recommendations due to Congress within three years, ensuring no delay to current work.

Section 333 modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 by updating terminology to include flood risk management and hurricane and storm damage risk reduction, changing the way studies are referenced, and stating that any study performed after the new Act will continue from the initial one, with projects from these studies being carried out under another specified section.

The Secretary is required to delay completing the review and consultation on projects in the Willamette River Basin, Oregon, for purposes like flood control and navigation until an analysis is prepared on stopping hydropower operations, even though hydropower is one of the projects' authorized purposes.

In this section, the Secretary is given permission to include the cost of replacing a specific type of dredging equipment, called a Cutter Suction Dredge, as part of the overall operating costs for maintaining the Columbia River Channel in Oregon and Washington. This decision must be agreed upon by both the Secretary and the non-Federal group involved with the project.

The Secretary is required to expedite the Buffalo Bayou Tributaries and Resiliency Study in Texas, with a final report due by December 31, 2025. This report must include recommendations for projects that align with community goals, reduce negative environmental impacts, and improve infrastructure resilience.

The section outlines modifications to a navigation project at the Matagorda Ship Channel in Port Lavaca, Texas. It allows the Secretary to perform repairs on a jetty deficiency, with the costs to be shared such that the non-Federal entity covers 10% of the expenses.

The project for flood control in San Antonio, Texas, originally authorized in 1954 as part of a larger flood protection initiative, is now modified to follow a specific plan called Alternative 7, as described in a report from January 2014. The Secretary is required to implement this updated plan for the San Antonio channel improvement.

The section authorizes the Secretary to create a program to help local governments in certain counties in Western Washington State with environmental projects, including water and resource development. The federal government will cover 75% of the project costs, with local entities responsible for the rest and full operation and maintenance. Up to $242 million is allocated for this, with certain provisions for financial credit if there are funding delays and requirements for partnership agreements.

The section outlines amendments to the Water Resources Development Act of 1992, detailing new and modified infrastructure projects across the United States. These projects, which include water supply, wastewater management, stormwater management, and environmental restoration in various communities, increase funding for existing projects and introduce new initiatives to improve water infrastructure.

The section outlines specific deauthorizations of various flood risk management and navigation projects across the United States, meaning those projects will no longer be maintained or supported under federal authorization. The Secretary is tasked with reporting on the impacts of these deauthorizations and establishing agreements to ensure the continued operation of some flood channels without federal cost.

The amendment to Section 103(k) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 requires that when a non-Federal interest requests a renegotiation of terms, the Secretary must report to relevant congressional committees about the status of the request 30 days after it is made, and continue to do so every three months. Additionally, Congress believes that the Secretary should address these requests promptly.

The section outlines various authorized projects related to water resource development, hurricane and storm damage risk reduction, flood risk management, navigation, ecosystem restoration, and project modifications. These projects, identified and reviewed in congressional reports, cover multiple states and include estimated costs divided into federal and non-federal contributions.

The section allows the Secretary of the Army to use funds from a specific revolving fund to design and construct new buildings and facilities in Texas and Missouri, as long as they follow detailed plans submitted to Congress. It also requires that any money spent from the fund be reimbursed from other funds allocated for projects that benefit from these new facilities.