The Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 outlines various provisions and projects related to water resources development across the United States. This includes notices and reports to Congress, feasibility studies for project proposals, environmental infrastructure projects, and measures addressing issues like storm damage, flood risk management, and invasive species control.

The section defines the word “Secretary” to specifically refer to the Secretary of the Army within the context of this Act.

The section outlines the Secretary's responsibilities for implementing a new water resources law, including creating an action plan, reporting progress on previous related laws, and informing Congress about upcoming regulations. It also establishes a team to help ensure all parts of the law are being properly carried out by the Corps of Engineers and periodically updates Congress on its progress.

The Secretary is required to issue new guidance within 180 days after this Act is enacted, following the specific instructions listed in two previous laws: the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 and the Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

The section outlines that the Secretary of the Army must streamline guidance on how to determine if non-federal entities can afford their share of water resources project costs. This determination and related details must be reported annually to specific Congressional committees, covering both the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 and the Tribal Partnership Program under the Water Resources Development Act of 2000.

The amendment to Section 905(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 requires the Secretary to identify studies that include economically disadvantaged communities when submitting work or spend plans to Congress. It limits federal interest determinations to 20 new studies per year and allows for the continuation of studies without a new investment decision after determining federal interest, while requiring study costs to be covered by the respective work plan's funding.

The amendment to the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 requires the Secretary to notify non-Federal interests if their proposals are included in the annual report's appendix, with an option for debriefing on why their proposal was included, suggested revisions for future inclusion, and other relevant information. Additionally, each proposal's inclusion in the report or appendix must be communicated to the Congressional members representing the state where the proposal is located.

The section requires the Secretary to update the Corps of Engineers' public "permit finder" website within 30 days after the end of each fiscal year. The update should reflect the current status of projects with permits funded under a specific provision of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000.

The bill amends the law concerning the services of volunteers for the Corps of Engineers, allowing the Chief of Engineers to recognize volunteers' contributions, but prohibits cash awards as a form of recognition.

The Chief of Engineers oversees the use of volunteers for various services.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 and outlines new academic research initiatives for various universities. Specifically, it designates research responsibilities related to flood resilience, water quality, hydropower, and ecosystem restoration for West Virginia University, Delaware State University, the University of Notre Dame, and Mississippi State University.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to change the cost-sharing terms for inland waterway projects, increasing the federal government's share from 65% to 75% starting October 1, 2024. If a project funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act cannot be completed with the allocated funds, the remaining costs will be covered by the general Treasury funds instead.

The section of the bill allows the Secretary to receive and use funds from both non-Federal groups and Federal agencies that own specific reservoir projects. These funds will be used to create or update documents about how these reservoirs are managed, particularly those that are used for flood control or navigation.

The amendment to Section 8117(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 aims to ensure better awareness and transparency for potential non-Federal interests involved in water resources projects by clarifying roles and financial commitments, enhancing public access to information on projects and studies, and mandating the issuance of guidance for point-of-contact responsibilities. Additionally, a briefing on the implementation status and potential challenges of these amendments is required within 60 days of the Act's enactment.

The section allows the Secretary to work with other government agencies, research labs, and universities to create and update models that help plan for water resources. These models are especially for understanding complex flooding situations.

The section updates a law from 1974 to add that states can now get planning assistance for researching who owns abandoned buildings.

The Corps of Engineers Levee Owners Advisory Board is established to offer advice on improving flood risk management and communication with Federal levee owners. This board, comprising 11 appointed members and a nonvoting Corps representative, meets at least twice a year and submits reports with recommendations, while members serve without pay but receive travel expenses.

The Secretary is directed to continue the Silver Jackets program, which was originally established under the Flood Control Act of 1960 and the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

The amendment to Section 203 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 allows for projects that enhance emergency response and access to infrastructure during natural disasters. It also establishes a pilot program led by the Secretary to conduct up to five projects in designated areas of Washington and South Dakota, with specific exclusions on dam removal or studies on federal dams.

The section establishes a pilot program allowing Indian Tribes to directly manage eligible water resource projects, promoting tribal self-determination and economic opportunities. It includes details on administration, funding, and goals of the pilot, with obligations for the Secretary to provide guidance, support, and comprehensive reporting on the program's progress, ensuring projects are completed successfully before the program's authority ends in 2029.

Section 118 of the bill modifies existing laws to explicitly include "inter-tribal consortiums" and "Tribal organizations" in certain programs related to flood control and water resources development, ensuring that these groups receive recognition and eligibility for partnership opportunities alongside Indian tribes. The amendments clarify definitions and eligibility criteria across several sections of the U.S. Code.

The section expresses Congress's view that the Corps of Engineers should have more access to the money earned from recreational facilities they manage. They believe this money should be used to maintain and improve those facilities. Congress also feels the Corps should have more authority to work with public and nonprofit organizations to manage and improve these facilities and thinks laws should be considered to help make these changes happen.

Section 120 of the bill extends the deadline in the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 from December 31, 2024, to December 31, 2026.

The Secretary is authorized to conduct feasibility studies for new water resource projects and modifications to existing projects across various U.S. locations, focusing on areas like flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, and navigation. The document lists specific projects by location, outlining their type and purpose, such as flood management in coastal cities, ecosystem restoration in various regions, and navigation improvements in rivers and harbors.

The section amends the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to allow certain decisions on study extensions and additional costs to be delegated to local Division Commanders. It also defines the term "Division" as referring to specific divisions within the Corps of Engineers, and requires the Secretary to issue guidance and standardized forms to improve and streamline the implementation process.

The section instructs the Secretary to speed up the completion of various feasibility studies and project plans related to flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, navigation improvements, and other infrastructure projects across multiple states. These projects include improvements and safety updates for dams, harbors, and levee systems, and aim to address issues such as flood control, coastal storm damage reduction, and environmental restoration.

The section mandates the Secretary to fast-track the review and coordination of feasibility studies for several projects: deepening the Cedar Port Channel in Baytown, Texas; restoring the ecosystem of the Lake Okeechobee watershed in Florida; improving navigation on the Sabine-Neches Waterway in Texas; and expanding the La Quinta Ship Channel in Corpus Christi, Texas, as outlined under the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.

The Secretary is permitted to carry out a feasibility study on a project aimed at managing flood risks, improving navigation, and restoring ecosystems across several parishes in Louisiana, from Alexandria to the Gulf of Mexico. This study will continue from a previous study that was authorized on July 23, 1997, by a committee in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The section states that the federal government will cover all costs to complete a report reevaluating the navigation project at Craig Harbor, Alaska, which was previously authorized by the Water Resources Development Act of 2016.

Congress expresses the importance of regularly maintaining Lewes Beach in Sussex County, Delaware, for safety and economic reasons. The Secretary is tasked with preparing a detailed report on the Delaware Bay Coastline project, determining the project's scope, and considering the application of a specific law from 1968.

The section of the bill focuses on assessing and potentially implementing forecast-informed reservoir operations in the Colorado River Basin. It requires the Secretary to report to Congress within a year on whether these operations are feasible, and if they are, the Secretary can carry them out if funds are available.

The Secretary is directed to speed up a study focused on reallocating water supply storage for the Beaver Water District located at Beaver Lake, Arkansas, following the guidelines of the Water Supply Act of 1958.

The Secretary is directed to study the possibility of changing the Gathright Dam project in Virginia, originally authorized in 1946 for flood control, to also support recreational activities downstream.

The Secretary is tasked with conducting a study to improve aquatic ecosystems in the Delaware Inland Bays Watershed. This involves analyzing needs such as saltmarsh restoration and stormwater management, consulting various stakeholders, using existing data, and possibly carrying out feasibility studies, but any resulting project needs Congress's approval before construction can start. The Secretary must report the findings and actions taken to Congress within three years of the act's enactment.

The Secretary is required to complete a study, upon request, to reduce flood damage in the Upper Susquehanna River Basin, NY, using a specific report and evaluating benefits for disadvantaged communities.

The amendment to Section 1207 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 allows the Secretary of the Army to oversee projects in economically disadvantaged communities in West Virginia with a reduced non-federal cost share of 10%.

The section authorizes feasibility studies for various projects, allowing the Secretary to assess and potentially reduce hurricane and storm damage risk at Cedar Point Seawall in Massachusetts, manage flood risks at Jones Levee in Washington and Hatch in New Mexico, and modify navigation and prevent shoreline erosion at Fort George Inlet in Florida. The Secretary must use relevant information from past related projects under specific acts to carry out these studies.

The section allows the non-Federal interest to carry out a feasibility study, at their own cost, to deepen the Port Fourchon Belle Pass Channel in Louisiana, subject to approval by the Secretary and Congress. It also encourages using previous agreements to expedite technical assistance and agreement processes related to the study, and it requires the Secretary to review and submit the study to Congress if it meets specific criteria.

The Secretary of the Army is tasked with conducting a study to decide if water supply should be added as a goal for a project by the Corps of Engineers in the Colorado River Basin in Arizona. This study can be requested by local interests or the state's governor, and if water supply is recommended as a new goal, this recommendation will be submitted to relevant Senate and House committees.

The section allows non-Federal interests in North Dakota to conduct water reallocation studies at reservoirs built by the Corps of Engineers. Upon completing these studies, they must submit the results to the Secretary, who will review them to ensure compliance with federal laws and regulations, and provide an assessment to Congress within 180 days.

The section makes changes to the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 by updating the description of a project on the Walla Walla River in Oregon for ecosystem restoration and adding a new project in Washington for restoring Mill Creek. It also adjusts the numbering of other project descriptions in the Act.

Section 219 of the bill updates the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 by adding the Walla Walla River Basin and the San Francisco Bay Basin to the list of areas for watershed and river basin assessments.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007, changing the period from “17 years” to “22 years” in the context of an independent peer review process.

The section mandates that within one year, the Secretary must report to Congress on efforts to prevent and reduce flood damage caused by ice jams. The report should evaluate existing projects, identify challenges, suggest possible solutions, and describe how the Secretary will assist local agencies in dealing with ice jam situations.

The bill section requires the Secretary to submit a report within one year comparing the Hurricane and Storm Damage Risk Reduction Design Guidelines used by the Corps of Engineers with the construction methods of the Larose to Golden Meadow Hurricane Protection System. The report should describe both the guidelines and the construction methods, note any deviations, and include an analysis of data from nearby land to evaluate the effectiveness of the structures.

The Secretary must brief the Senate and House Committees about the Missouri River projects within 30 days after certain environmental consultations are completed. This briefing will address any required actions based on the consultation's biological opinions and if any funding requests to Congress will be needed to carry out these actions.

The section requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress within one year of the law's passage. The report should cover how hazardous material affects civil projects by the Corps of Engineers, including legal responsibilities, impacts on project timelines, operations, and costs, and may also suggest new laws to solve identified issues.

The section requires the Secretary to report on the efforts to monitor, control, and eradicate invasive species at water resources projects in the U.S. The report must describe current programs, discuss impacts and partnerships, provide updates on previous plans, and offer recommendations, including potential new laws, to improve these efforts.

The Secretary of the Army must create a plan to manage encroachments on J. Strom Thurmond Lake in Georgia, detailing their nature, causes, impacts, potential remedies, and costs, while minimizing harm to private landowners. Before taking any action to remove encroachments, the plan will be open to public comment, and Congress must specifically approve any such action.

The section requires a study on how to determine the value of land and cost-sharing for projects under the Tribal Partnership Program, which is a program created to help with water resources projects involving tribal lands. The study will be completed within a year and will look at current procedures and cultural considerations, and it may suggest changes to laws if needed.

In this section, Congress requires a report on levee safety guidelines to be submitted by the Secretary within one year. The report will describe how the guidelines were developed, how widely they are used, ensure their voluntary nature, and include any suggestions for improvements.

The section mandates that within one year, the Secretary must create a guide for using public-private partnerships in water resources development projects, and make it available online. This guide should cover relevant laws and programs, opportunities for partnerships in various projects, past partnership insights, roles and responsibilities, and the benefits, particularly regarding risk-sharing and funding acceleration. The Secretary is also allowed to update an existing handbook to meet these requirements.

The section directs the Secretary to conduct a study within one year on the use of alternative project delivery methods by the Corps of Engineers, focusing on specific programs and authorities related to water resources projects. The findings, including assessments, project lists, challenges, lessons learned, and any recommendations, will be reported to specific congressional committees.

The Secretary is required to review emergency response spending from a specific fund and report to Congress about these expenditures for the fiscal years 2013 to 2023. The report must summarize yearly spending, budget requests, and any necessary actions due to funding shortfalls, as well as assess future budgetary needs and the impact of supplementary funds.

The Secretary of the Army is required to report to certain congressional committees on whether there is any property at Lake Oahe, North Dakota, that can be transferred to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe for recreational purposes. If no transferable property is identified, the report must explain why the land is needed for existing project purposes.

The Comptroller General of the United States is tasked with reviewing various aspects of water resources projects managed by the Corps of Engineers. This includes evaluating the accuracy of project cost estimates, the impact of legal clauses in project agreements, and the environmental review processes. The studies also cover how funding is distributed from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, the consequences of environmental justice initiatives, and the possibility of using new technologies to modernize the Corps' work. These assessments aim to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental accountability in managing water resources projects.

The section requires the Secretary to prioritize completing specific reports related to the Water Resources Development Acts from various years. Additionally, the Secretary must notify certain congressional committees about the status of these reports within 60 days of the law's enactment, including the progress and estimated completion dates for each report.

The section requires the Secretary to provide an update to certain Senate and House committees within 30 days on the status of replacing the Bourne and Sagamore Highway Bridges in Massachusetts. The update should cover the progress of environmental reviews, project timelines, and any challenges affecting the project's delivery.

The section authorizes the Secretary to use federal funds to study flood risk management and other issues on federal land in Virginia, and it allows other federal agencies to contribute funds for relevant land analysis. It also states that the cost-sharing rules for building approved water-related projects remain unchanged.

Congress expresses that the Allegheny River in Pennsylvania is a valuable waterway that can be better utilized for recreation, the environment, and navigation. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of maintaining service levels at locks and dams on the river until a designated study is completed.

The Secretary is directed to speed up the completion of a study on managing coastal storm risks for New York and New Jersey. This study will include looking at flood risks comprehensively, following the guidelines set in a specific law from 2022.

The federal government is responsible for covering 90% of the costs for planning, designing, and building the recommended improvements for the Matagorda Ship Channel project in Texas, as identified in a 2020 report by the Army Corps of Engineers. This project was originally authorized by a 1958 law.

The section discusses the Matagorda Ship Channel Improvement Project in Texas, emphasizing that Congress believes the Secretary should prioritize finishing necessary documents quickly to avoid delays. It details tasks like preparing environmental statements and planning documents, and clarifies that if further authorization is needed, the Secretary should move ahead with project planning, engineering, and design once justified. The project is related to navigation improvements authorized by a 2020 law.

The Secretary is required to evaluate the effects of changing construction responsibilities for navigation projects, including those for harbors, to be 75% federally funded for depths up to 55 feet. This evaluation will cover current and potential future projects, financial impacts, and implications on other federal navigation activities, with a report due in 18 months.

The section states that the Secretary must submit a list of covered projects, which was originally required by a deadline in a past law, within 30 days after this new law is enacted, regardless of the previous deadline.

The section discusses how the Secretary will evaluate whether existing rules allow the Corps of Engineers to build water projects in other countries and specifies that a report on the findings will be sent to certain Senate and House committees. It also updates a law to increase the financial limit and include planning and design expertise for interagency and international support.

The section details certain projects across the United States that are no longer authorized by this Act. These include flood control projects in Nevada and Maine, a navigation project in Seattle Harbor, an ecosystem restoration study in East San Pedro Bay, a levee project in North Dakota, and a portion of a water basin project in Florida.

The section details new environmental infrastructure projects across various U.S. locations, specifying allocations for improvements like water and wastewater systems, stormwater management, and drainage enhancements. It also outlines modifications to existing projects, increasing funding and making geographical or procedural updates, while setting guidelines for the federal and non-federal financial responsibilities, particularly reducing the cost share for economically disadvantaged communities.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act to remove the term "south central" and deletes certain subsections while renumbering others. Additionally, it makes a specific change to one paragraph, removing reference to the "SARCD Council and other."

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 by clarifying cost descriptions in a specific subsection, modifying the wording related to measures benefitting acequias irrigation systems, and increasing the authorized funding from $80 million to $100 million.

The text outlines changes to a section of the Water Resources Development Act, specifically involving Oregon's environmental infrastructure projects. It removes the term "southwestern," increases funding from $50 million to $90 million, and updates related clerical references in other acts to reflect these changes.

The bill outlines a program where the federal government will assist Kentucky and West Virginia with water-related environmental projects, covering up to 75% of costs through grants or reimbursements, provided the projects are publicly owned and have required local agreements in place. It authorizes $75 million for this purpose, with 10% allowed for administrative expenses by the Corps of Engineers, and requires local entities to cover operation and maintenance costs entirely.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 to specify that for certain critical restoration projects helping economically disadvantaged communities, the community is only required to cover 10 percent of the project's total costs.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to clarify how the Federal share of project costs is determined. It specifies that if a project helps an economically disadvantaged community, the community only needs to pay 10% of the project's cost.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to allow a higher federal cost share for projects in economically disadvantaged communities, setting it at 90%, and increases the total available funding for Southern West Virginia projects from $140 million to $170 million. Additionally, it makes changes to subsections by removing a part and renumbering others.

The amendment to Section 571 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 modifies the Federal share of project costs for economically disadvantaged communities to be 90%; it also increases authorized funding from $120 million to $150 million and renumbers certain sections.

In this section, the Secretary is authorized to start a pilot program to help restore polluted waters in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia that have been affected by acid mine drainage. Assistance can be given for technical and construction efforts, and projects must be publicly owned and involve cost-sharing, with the federal government covering 75% of the costs, while non-federal entities cover 25% and all future operating and maintenance costs.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to clarify that a "non-Federal interest" includes entities recognized as political subdivisions of New Mexico and adjusts the cost-sharing rules, allowing economically disadvantaged communities to pay a smaller, 10% share of project costs.

The section outlines amendments to various flood control and environmental restoration programs, increasing funding limits for these projects. It adds components for drought resilience and shore damage mitigation, while raising financial caps for initiatives like emergency streambank protection and aquatic ecosystem restoration.

The section amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 by changing the year "2024" to "2029" wherever it appears in Section 165(b).

The section describes that after completing the construction for the ecosystem restoration project at Brandon Road in Will County, Illinois, which is a part of the Great Lakes and Mississippi River Interbasin project, the federal government will cover 90% of the operation and maintenance costs. This project has been authorized and modified by several acts, including the Water Resources Development Acts of 2020 and 2022.

The non-Federal share of the cost for the flood risk management project for the Mamaroneck-Sheldrake Rivers in New York is set at 10 percent. This applies to features that benefit an economically disadvantaged community, as defined by a 2020 law.

The section amends a previous law from the Water Resources Development Act of 2007, changing the number in a specific clause from "20" to "25".

The section outlines a plan for managing flood risk and stabilizing banks in Selma, Alabama. It states that the Secretary will review the city's request to apply a specific law to the project, allowing Selma to pay back their share over 30 years after the project is done, and specifies that Selma will cover 10% of the project's costs.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 by extending the deadline related to the Illinois River basin restoration project from 2010 to 2029.

The amendment to Section 444 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 expands its focus to include "coastal storm risk management" alongside environmental restoration, and specifies that Hawaii is included after Guam in the list of areas covered.

This section amends the River and Harbor Act of 1958 to include the Connecticut River Basin in the partnerships aimed at managing invasive species, similar to the existing focus on the Ohio River Basin.

The bill modifies the River and Harbor Act of 1958 to change the funding responsibility for controlling aquatic plant growths and invasive species, reducing the required federal share from 50% to 35%.

The section extends the deadline in a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, changing it from 2024 to 2029 for the Corps of Engineers' Asian carp prevention pilot program.

Section 324 of the bill extends the duration of specific invasive species programs under the River and Harbor Act of 1958 by changing the funding period from fiscal years 2021-2024 to 2025-2029, and adjusts the termination year from 2028 to 2029.

The section amends an existing law related to storm damage and erosion in Alaska by adding "riverine erosion" to the list of concerns. It also updates the table of contents in related documents to reflect this change.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 by clarifying cost-sharing responsibilities for dam rehabilitation projects, limiting expenditures on the Waterbury Dam Spillway Project in Vermont to $100 million, updating the fiscal year range for funding, and removing a subsection entirely.

The section addresses the cost-sharing arrangement for the operation and maintenance of the beach erosion control project at Ediz Hook in Port Angeles, Washington. It specifies that this arrangement should follow the guidelines set in the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.

Congress expresses its opinion that efforts should be made to connect two Louisiana projects aimed at reducing hurricane and storm damage risks. These projects, located from Gibson to New Orleans, could provide continuous protection if linked together.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 increases the funding limit for the Chesapeake Bay Oyster Recovery Program from $100 million to $120 million.

The Secretary is directed to create a program focused on wildfire prevention and restoration in the Middle Rio Grande Bosque, which includes tasks like removing jetty jacks. Generally, the cost of this project will be shared between federal and non-federal entities based on existing laws, but if the project benefits an economically disadvantaged community, the non-federal share will be reduced to 10 percent. Additionally, an old law is repealed, but the new program is considered a continuation of the repealed one.

The section expands a pilot program for temporary relocation assistance by including a project aimed at reducing hurricane and storm damage risks in Norfolk, Virginia. This addition is part of an amendment to a previous law from 2022.

The Secretary, upon request from a relevant federal entity, must use all available resources to quickly offer technical help, including engineering, design, and cost estimation, to address navigation issues on the Tennessee River at Wilson Lock and Dam in Alabama.

The section outlines a study for managing coastal storm risks in Delaware's Inland Bays and Bay Coast, stating that if economically disadvantaged communities stand to benefit, they will pay only 10% of the cost. Additionally, the section requires the Secretary to fast-track any updates to cost-sharing agreements tied to this study.

The Upper Mississippi River Plan section of the bill changes the funding from $15 million to $25 million in order to improve the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.

The section states that, despite the usual rules, the flood control pump station in Northampton, Massachusetts, and the Pointe Celeste Pump Station in Louisiana are both considered eligible pump stations according to the Water Resources Development Act of 2020.

The section outlines that the Secretary must work with communities in Alabama and Mississippi to manage dredging needs and maintain the locks and dams on the Tennessee–Tombigbee Waterway to ensure continued navigation.

The section instructs the Secretary to quickly review and consider a request from a Federal power marketing organization to apply a specific law related to dam safety for the Garrison Dam in North Dakota.

Congress believes that the Secretary should make the data and decisions related to the Missouri River civil works projects available to the public to ensure transparency for the local communities.

The text describes an amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, changing the deadline for soil moisture and snowpack monitoring from 2025 to 2029.

The section outlines amendments to water supply contracts in Copan Lake, Oklahoma, and the State of Kansas. For Copan Lake, it changes the cost calculation for storage space to be based on 110 percent of the most recent agreement's rate. In Kansas, it specifies changing the interest calculation on certain contracts from compounding annually to simple interest until the state decides to use the storage space immediately or pays the principal and interest.

The section states that if the Governor of Illinois requests to end certain contracts with the U.S. regarding water storage in specific lakes, the Secretary must act within 90 days to amend the agreements, releasing Illinois from needing to pay certain costs. These contracts involve water storage arrangements at Rend Lake, Carlyle Lake, and Lake Shelbyville.

The Delaware Coastal System Program aims to improve coastal storm risk management and hurricane protection in Delaware by managing several key projects as a unified system for better safety and economic benefits. The Program modifies existing projects to enhance them and specifies that the federal government will cover 80% of the costs for select projects.

The Secretary is tasked with maintaining the pile dike system, built by the Corps of Engineers, to aid navigation on the Lower Columbia River and Willamette River in Washington, using federal funds.

The section outlines provisions for conveying certain properties, specifying how legal descriptions are determined, the costs involved, liability terms, and any additional conditions the Secretary may impose. It authorizes the transfer of land in Indiana to the State of Indiana and land in Washington to the Port of Skamania, each with specific conditions regarding the property's use and payment of its fair market value.

The text describes an emergency drought operations pilot program for certain water projects in California and Arizona. It allows the Secretary to prioritize water supply during droughts while coordinating with local interests, and stipulates guidelines and limitations to ensure that flood management and existing legal agreements are not compromised.

Section 346 of the bill changes the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 by extending the deadline for a specific provision from 2028 to 2029.

The section outlines updates to a non-federal implementation pilot program from the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, increasing certain limits on projects and adjusting the fiscal years for implementation. It also details that for certain Louisiana restoration projects, the value of contributions made by non-federal parties can be considered when determining their share of construction costs.

The Water Resources Development Act of 2020 has been amended to expand the harmful algal bloom demonstration program. The new additions include Lake Elsinore in California and the Willamette River in Oregon.

The section conveys that Congress believes the Secretary should work with people in Alabama to manage the dredging needs for Mobile Harbor, as authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1965 and updated in 2020.

The section expresses the view of Congress that the Port of Portland, Oregon, as the only dredging operator for the navigation channel in the Columbia River, should keep receiving operational and maintenance support from the Corps of Engineers. Additionally, Congress emphasizes the need for continued dredging efforts despite the advanced age of the Port's dredging equipment, particularly the "Dredge Oregon," which is significantly older than most U.S. dredging vessels.

The Chattahoochee River Program section of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 has been updated to replace the term "comprehensive plan" with "plans," extend the timeline for developing these plans from 2 years to 4 years, and lengthen the period mentioned in another subsection from 3 years to 5 years.

Section 352 modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 to include ecosystem restoration projects for underserved community harbors and extends the deadline in subsection (h)(1) from 2026 to 2029.

The text modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 by adding the Winooski River tributary watershed in Vermont to the list of areas covered under Section 212(e)(2).

The Secretary is asked to speed up the process to review and consider the City of Waco, Texas's request to apply a specific section of the Water Resources Development Act to the area next to Waco Lake.

The section amends a previous law from the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 by extending the deadline for the Seminole Tribal claim from 2022 to 2027.

The section discusses a coastal erosion project in Barrow, Alaska, allowing the North Slope Borough to meet certain legal requirements by adopting a floodplain management plan. This plan must be approved by and developed in consultation with relevant federal agencies.

The section addresses a request by the Metropolitan District of Hartford County, Connecticut, to end a specific contract with the U.S. government related to the Colebrook River Reservoir. It states that if the contract is amended, Hartford County would no longer be responsible for certain costs related to operating, maintaining, and upgrading the reservoir's water storage.

Congress believes that dredging the shallow waters of the Chesapeake Bay is important for tourism, recreation, and fishing, and recommends that the Secretary use existing laws to help with the dredging needs of small harbors and channels in the area.

The Secretary is authorized to allow Massachusetts to replace the Bourne and Sagamore Bridges, following specific legal and environmental requirements. The state can receive up to $250 million in reimbursement for construction costs, provided certifications and available appropriations, while the total federal funding for the project cannot exceed $600 million.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 by changing the numbering of certain paragraphs and adding new instructions that require the Secretary to minimize the area needed for easements at the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam in Minneapolis, focusing on possibly using crane barges on the Mississippi River to achieve this goal.

The section discusses how Congress found mistakes by the Corps of Engineers in applying rules for certain storm protection projects in Florida, leading to confusion. To fix this, it allows these projects to have more flexible terms for easements, letting them last at least 25 years instead of permanently, as long as all other laws are followed. It also mentions that the local interests need to cover some costs, provides details on specific projects, and outlines rules for temporary easements and the termination of authority related to this section.

The section authorizes several water resources development and conservation projects in various states across the United States. These projects, focused on areas such as navigation, flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage risk reduction, and aquatic ecosystem restoration, have specified estimated costs and are approved to be executed by the Secretary according to pre-established plans or reports.

The Secretary is allowed to use funds from a specific revolving fund to design and build various facilities in Texas and Missouri, as described in detailed plans submitted to Congress, and must ensure that these funds are repaid by programs that benefit from the new constructions.