The "Water Resources Development Act of 2024" outlines an extensive framework for water resources projects and studies, focusing on efficient planning, partnerships with local and tribal entities, and addressing environmental challenges. The Act is divided into several sections covering general provisions, authorization of studies and reports, project modifications, and authorizations, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to improve water infrastructure and management across the United States.

In this section of the bill, the term "Secretary" refers specifically to the Secretary of the Army.

The act and its changes will become effective one day after it is officially enacted.

The section outlines the Secretary's responsibility to create a plan and provide updates to Congress on the implementation of water resources development laws, including forming a team to assist with implementation, developing timelines, and sharing information with relevant committees. It specifies that regular briefings and notices are required to keep Congress informed about progress and any pending actions related to these laws.

The Secretary is required to issue certain guidance within 180 days of the Act being enacted, as specified by two prior laws: the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 and the Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

The section outlines the Secretary's responsibilities to quickly establish guidance related to the "ability to pay" as specified in the Water Resources Development Act of 1986. It mandates annual written reports to specific Senate and House committees on determinations about the ability of non-Federal parties to pay, detailing the projects involved and reasons for these financial determinations.

The amendment to Section 905(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 requires the Secretary to identify studies that could benefit economically disadvantaged communities and other communities when submitting work or spend plans to Congress. It limits determination of Federal interest to 20 new studies each fiscal year and allows continuation of studies after initial Federal interest determination without needing a new investment decision, ensuring funding is drawn from the designated work plan.

The section amends the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 by introducing requirements for the Secretary to notify non-Federal interests and Congress about proposals included in the annual report. Non-Federal interests can request a debrief to understand why their proposal was included and receive guidance on revisions for future consideration, while Congress receives updates about proposals located in their respective states.

The Secretary must ensure that, within 30 days after each fiscal year ends, the public website for the Corps of Engineers' "permit finder" is updated to show the current status of projects that involve permits under a specific section of the Water Resources Development Act.

The section describes amendments to a law about the Corps of Engineers' ability to engage volunteers. It includes provisions for the Chief of Engineers to recognize volunteers' contributions with awards or other acknowledgments, ensuring no cash awards are given.

The Chief of Engineers is authorized to use volunteers to carry out various services, helping to support their activities.

The amendments to the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 allow West Virginia University, Delaware State University, and the University of Notre Dame to conduct research on various water-related issues such as flood resilience, aquatic ecosystem restoration, and hazard mitigation. Each university focuses on different areas and states, ranging from West Virginia and the Delaware River Basin to coastal communities.

The amendments to the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 change the funding structure for inland waterway projects, increasing the federal share of costs from 65% to 75%, and this applies to projects starting or ongoing from October 1, 2024. Projects funded under a specific government act that cannot be completed with those funds will have costs covered by the general Treasury fund.

The revised section of the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 allows the Secretary to accept and use funds from non-federal entities or other federal agencies to help manage federal reservoirs used for flood control or navigation, as specified in the Flood Control Act of 1944.

The bill amends the Water Resources Development Act to ensure potential partners are informed about responsibilities before starting a water project, requires clear and consistent information to be available about projects, and mandates guidance for points of contact to fulfill their roles effectively. Additionally, the Secretary must brief Congress on the implementation of these changes within 60 days, outlining plans and any challenges.

The Secretary of the Army is allowed to work with other government agencies, National Laboratories, and universities to create and maintain models that help plan water resources by understanding things like flooding. These models can be used by the Secretary in their planning.

The section changes the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 by adding that planning assistance for states can now include title research for abandoned structures.

The section establishes a Levee Owners Advisory Board, composed of appointed members, to provide recommendations to improve flood risk management and communication between the Corps of Engineers and levee system operators. Members serve three-year terms without pay, except for travel expenses, and the board must submit semiannual reports to Congress and make them publicly available.

The Silver Jackets program, managed by the Secretary, will continue as it was set up under two laws from 1960 and 1988 to help manage flood control and disaster relief efforts.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 establishes a pilot program allowing up to five projects to improve emergency response and infrastructure access in specific areas in Washington and South Dakota. Additionally, it clarifies that the program does not include dam removal or studies about Federal dams and their functions.

In this section, a pilot program is set up to allow Indian Tribes to directly oversee and manage certain construction projects, as defined by the Water Resources Development Act of 2000. The program aims to support Tribal self-determination and assess the benefits and challenges of Tribes managing their own projects, with a report on its progress to be submitted to Congress in three and five years.

The section updates existing laws to include "inter-tribal consortiums" alongside Indian tribes and Tribal organizations, allowing them to partner in projects related to flood and hurricane control. These consortiums are defined based on other existing federal laws about Indian tribes and organizations.

Congress believes that the Corps of Engineers should have more access to the money earned from recreation facilities they manage and use it for necessary activities at those sites. Additionally, they think the Corps should be able to partner with local public and nonprofit organizations to improve these facilities, and that Congress should consider laws to make these changes possible.

The bill allows the Secretary to conduct feasibility studies for various new water-related projects across the United States, such as flood risk management and ecosystem restoration. It also permits the Secretary to study possible modifications to existing projects, focusing on improvements like navigation and flood control.

The section amends the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 to allow the Secretary of the Army to delegate certain extension determinations to the Corps of Engineers' Division Commanders, provided those extensions meet specific cost and time limits. It also requires the Secretary to develop standardized forms and guidance for implementation within 180 days of the new act's enactment, and to notify relevant congressional committees about this guidance before making it public.

The Secretary is directed to speed up the completion of various studies and reports, as well as the completion of specific water-related projects across the United States, including flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, and navigation improvements. The intent is for these projects to quickly move forward into planning and design stages, with a focus on locations such as West Virginia, Arizona, California, and Louisiana, among others.

The legislation requires the Secretary to speed up the review and coordination of feasibility studies for several projects, including deepening the Cedar Port Channel in Texas, restoring ecosystems in Lake Okeechobee, Florida, improving navigation in the Sabine–Neches Waterway in Texas, and expanding the La Quinta Ship Channel in Texas, all under a specific section of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.

The Secretary is allowed to carry out a feasibility study for a project in various parishes in Louisiana focusing on managing flood risk, improving navigation, and restoring the ecosystem. This study will continue the efforts of a previous study started in 1997 concerning flood risk management from Alexandria to the Gulf of Mexico.

The completion of a report to reevaluate the navigation project at Craig Harbor, Alaska, which was authorized by the 2016 Water Resources Development Act, will be fully funded by the federal government.

Congress expresses that it believes nourishing Lewes Beach in Delaware is crucial for the safety and economy of Sussex County. Additionally, it instructs the Secretary to conduct a detailed review of the Delaware Bay Coastline project, determining which areas should be included and how the River and Harbor Act of 1968 should apply to the project.

The section adds a new requirement for the Secretary to submit a report to Congress within one year that evaluates whether a specific type of water management called "forecast-informed reservoir operations" can be used at a reservoir in the Colorado River Basin. If the report finds it is possible and suitable, the Secretary is allowed to implement these operations, depending on available funding.

The Secretary is instructed to speed up the completion of a study to change the water supply storage at Beaver Lake in Arkansas, specifically for the Beaver Water District, following the guidelines of the Water Supply Act of 1958.

The Secretary is tasked with studying whether it's possible to change the purpose of the Gathright Dam in Virginia, originally built for flood control, to also allow for recreational activities downstream.

In this section, the Secretary is tasked with conducting a study focused on restoring the aquatic ecosystems in the Delaware Inland Bays Watershed, which includes analyzing restoration needs and recommending feasibility studies. The study requires consultation with various stakeholders and utilizing existing data, and any resulting projects need Congressional approval before construction can begin.

The Secretary is tasked with completing a study to explore ways to reduce flood damage in the Upper Susquehanna River Basin in New York, using information from a 2020 report and considering benefits to economically disadvantaged communities, following certain guidelines from the Corps of Engineers.

In an amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2016, the Secretary is tasked with overseeing projects that help economically disadvantaged communities in West Virginia, ensuring these communities pay only 10% of the project's cost.

The section authorizes the Secretary to conduct feasibility studies on several projects, including hurricane and storm damage reduction for the Cedar Point Seawall in Massachusetts, flood risk management for the Jones Levee in Washington and Hatch in New Mexico, and navigation improvements or shoreline erosion prevention for Fort George Inlet in Florida. The Secretary is required to use relevant information from specific past projects in each case.

The section allows non-Federal entities associated with the Port Fourchon Belle Pass Channel in Louisiana to conduct a feasibility study for deepening the channel, with certain conditions. The study must be approved by the Secretary and Congress before construction, and prior agreements can be used to speed up the process.

The section outlines that the Secretary will study a project by the Corps of Engineers in Arizona's Colorado River Basin to see if water supply should be a project goal. If requested by either the project's non-Federal interest or Arizona's Governor (if there isn't a non-Federal interest), they will collaborate with state and local authorities and propose changes to Congress if water supply becomes a recommended purpose.

A non-Federal interest in North Dakota can conduct a water reallocation study at a reservoir built by the Corps of Engineers. The Secretary of the Army will provide guidelines, review the study for compliance, and submit an assessment to Congress. The Secretary can also offer technical assistance, but this does not imply approval of the study.

The section makes changes to the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 regarding projects for ecosystem restoration on the Walla Walla River. It updates the description of a project in Oregon and adds a new project in Washington.

The section updates the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to include the Walla Walla River Basin and the San Francisco Bay Basin in its list of areas for watershed and river basin assessments.

The section changes the duration mentioned in a specific part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007, extending it from 17 years to 22 years.

The section of the bill requires the Secretary to submit a report within a year about efforts to prevent and reduce flood damages caused by ice jams. This report should assess past projects, describe challenges, suggest possible solutions, and outline plans for engaging with local authorities to improve understanding and response to ice jam events.

The section requires the Secretary to send a report within one year comparing the guidelines used by the Corps of Engineers for reducing hurricane and storm damage risks with the construction methods used by the South Lafourche Levee District for a specific hurricane protection system in Louisiana. The report will also include an analysis of the land near the levees and structures to see how effective they are.

The Secretary must brief specific Senate and House committees within 30 days after completing a consultation under the Endangered Species Act regarding the Missouri River operations and projects. The briefing should cover biological opinions from the consultation and any future funding requests needed to support those actions.

The section mandates that the Secretary of the Army prepare and submit a report to Congress within one year about how hazardous substances in materials affect the Army Corps of Engineers' civil works projects. The report must cover legal requirements, roles, impacts on project timelines and costs, and propose potential legislative changes to address these challenges.

The section mandates the Secretary to report to Congress on efforts to monitor, control, and eradicate invasive species at U.S. water resources projects, including detailing current programs, successful initiatives, collaborations with states and local governments, impacts on the Corps of Engineers' missions, and providing updates and recommendations for further action.

The section outlines a plan that the Secretary must create to address illegal encroachments on part of J. Strom Thurmond Lake in Georgia. The plan will describe the encroachments, assess their impact, explore alternatives, and estimate costs, while ensuring minimal impact on private landowners and inviting public comments.

In this section, a study is required to assess how land value and financial contributions are determined for the Tribal Partnership Program. The results should include an evaluation of existing procedures, identify which federal authorities could implement changes, and suggest any necessary legislation.

In this section, Congress defines "levee safety guidelines" as those established under a 2007 law and requires the Secretary to report to key congressional committees on how these guidelines were developed, their usage by various government levels, and any necessary revisions, while ensuring that they remain voluntary.

The Secretary is required to create a guide on public-private partnerships for water resources projects within a year, detailing relevant authorities, opportunities, and benefits, as well as providing a summary of past projects and a discussion of roles, responsibilities, and the process for forming partnerships. The Secretary can meet this requirement by updating an existing handbook.

The Secretary is required to conduct a study on the Corps of Engineers' programs for alternative project delivery in water resources, such as public-private partnerships, and report the findings to Congress. This study will include assessing current programs, listing projects, discussing challenges, and providing any recommendations for improvements.

The section requires the Secretary to review emergency spending from certain funds between 2013 and 2023 and report the findings to Congress. The report should include a summary of each year's spending and budget requests, reasons for budget changes, predictions of future budget needs, and the impact of extra funds after disasters.

The section requires the Secretary to deliver a report to congressional committees, detailing any land at Lake Oahe, North Dakota, that is not essential for project purposes and could potentially be transferred to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe for recreational activities, such as those at Walker Bottom Marina and Fort Yates Boat Ramp. If no land can be transferred, the report must explain why each piece of property is necessary for the project's authorized purposes and how it has recently been used for those purposes.

The section outlines various studies and analyses to be conducted by the Comptroller General of the United States related to water resources projects. These include examining the accuracy of project cost estimates, the implications of indemnification clauses and maintenance responsibilities in project agreements, the review of certain permits, opportunities for modernization in the Corps of Engineers' practices, the use of easements, improvements in environmental review processes, disposal site construction costs, and the distribution and use of funds from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.

The section requires the Secretary to prioritize completing specific reports related to the Water Resources Development Acts from various years. Additionally, within 60 days of the Act's enactment, the Secretary must inform certain Congressional committees about the status of each report and provide a timeline for any that are not yet finished.

The Secretary is required to brief two congressional committees about the progress of replacing the Bourne and Sagamore Highway Bridges over the Cape Cod Canal. This update must happen within 30 days of the law being passed and should cover the environmental review status, project timelines, and any issues affecting the project's delivery.

The bill section deauthorizes several water-related projects in different U.S. locations, meaning these projects are no longer approved or funded. These include flood control in Truckee Meadows, Nevada; navigation in part of Seattle Harbor, Washington; flood control at the Cherryfield Dam in Maine; navigation at the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam; ecosystem restoration at East San Pedro Bay, California; a levee in the Souris River Basin, North Dakota; and a canal project in Florida.

The section describes amendments to the Water Resources Development Act of 1992, where new environmental infrastructure projects and modifications to existing projects have been proposed across various states, detailing their funding amounts and specific improvements such as water and wastewater infrastructure. Additionally, it outlines that economically disadvantaged communities will have a reduced non-Federal cost share for these projects, and the determination of a non-Federal entity's ability to pay will be made by the Secretary with a requirement for congressional notifications on these determinations.

The section of the bill amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 by removing references to "south central," eliminating some subsections, redesignating others, and adjusting language in a specific paragraph to exclude the mention of the "SARCD Council and other".

The amendment to Section 1113 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 updates the description of cost-sharing for acequias irrigation projects to align with the previous law and increases the funding limit for these projects from $80 million to $100 million.

The section modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 by updating the title and specific subsections to remove references to “southwestern,” increasing the funding amount from $50 million to $90 million for certain projects, and eliminating a subsection. It also updates the table of contents for related laws to reflect these changes, using "Oregon" instead.

The bill establishes a program for the United States Secretary to provide environmental assistance to non-federal groups in Kentucky and West Virginia for projects like wastewater treatment and environmental restoration, as long as the projects are publicly owned. It requires local cooperation agreements, outlines cost-sharing responsibilities, and authorizes funding of $75 million, which is split between the two states, with no more than 10% allocated for administrative expenses.

The section modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 to allow certain critical restoration projects that benefit economically disadvantaged communities around Lake Champlain, Vermont and New York, to only require 10% of the total project costs to be covered, instead of the usual percentage.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to change how the Federal share of project costs is described, specifying that for economically disadvantaged communities, the non-Federal share will be reduced to 10 percent.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 to adjust the rules about project costs and funding for Southern West Virginia. It specifies that economically disadvantaged communities can receive 90% of project costs funded by the government and raises the total available funds for the projects from $140 million to $170 million.

The amendment to Section 571 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 changes the funding rules for projects in Northern West Virginia by stating that, for economically disadvantaged communities, the Federal government will cover 90% of project costs. It also increases the authorized funding from $120 million to $150 million and makes several technical changes, including renumbering subsections.

The text outlines a pilot program that allows the government to help restore polluted water in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, especially areas affected by acid mine drainage. The program will fund up to 75% of project costs and the full amount of ongoing costs will be covered by non-Federal entities, with a total appropriation of $50 million available until used.

The section amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to redefine the term “non-Federal interest” to include political subdivisions in New Mexico. Additionally, it changes the numbering of certain paragraphs.

The section outlines amendments to various U.S. laws related to public works and environmental projects, including increases in funding limits for flood control, shoreline protection, storm and hurricane restoration, aquatic ecosystem restoration, and other related projects. It also introduces new provisions to enhance drought resilience through restoration efforts.

Section 314 amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 to change the expiration date of certain provisions from 2024 to 2029.

The section discusses the completion of a project in Will County, Illinois, which focuses on restoring the ecosystem as part of a broader initiative involving the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River. After the project's construction, the federal government will cover 90% of the operation and maintenance costs.

The section states that the project to manage flood risks for the Mamaroneck-Sheldrake Rivers in New York, which helps an economically disadvantaged community, will require a 10 percent cost contribution from non-Federal sources. This project is authorized under specific sections of the Water Resources Development Acts of 2018 and 2020.

The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 changes the number in Section 5032(a)(2) from "20" to "25."

The bill instructs the Secretary to quickly review and consider a request from Selma, Alabama, for a flood management and bank stabilization project, applying specific provisions from the Water Resources Development Act of 1986. The project requires Selma to cover 10 percent of the project's costs.

The section changes the deadline in an existing law related to the Illinois River basin restoration, extending it from the year 2010 to 2029.

Section 320 of the bill amends a part of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 by adding "coastal storm risk management" to the activities it covers and includes "Hawaii" alongside other regions like "Guam" in its provisions.

The law is being changed to include the Connecticut River Basin in a list that already has the Ohio River Basin, allowing for invasive species partnerships in that area.

The bill modifies the River and Harbor Act of 1958 to change the government's share of expenses for managing aquatic plant growths and invasive species from 50% to 35%.

The section changes the deadline in the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 for a Corps of Engineers program aimed at preventing Asian carp from spreading. The deadline is extended from 2024 to 2029.

The section changes the expiration dates for certain invasive species programs in the River and Harbor Act of 1958, extending them from 2024 to 2029 and making a minor adjustment to another date 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.

In the Ediz Hook Beach Erosion Control Project section, the cost-sharing rules for operating and maintaining the beach erosion control in Port Angeles, Washington, are specified. These rules follow the guidelines set out by previous Water Resources Development Acts from 1974 and 1986.

The section conveys Congress's opinion that efforts should be made to extend two hurricane and storm damage risk reduction projects in Louisiana, called Morganza to the Gulf and Upper Barataria Basin, to connect them for continuous protection from storms from Gibson to New Orleans.

The Chesapeake Bay Oyster Recovery Program received a funding increase, changing from $100 million to $120 million, as specified in an amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.

The Bosque wildlife restoration project requires the Secretary to implement plans and projects for wildfire prevention and restoration in the Middle Rio Grande Bosque area, including the removal of jetty jacks. The cost for these projects will generally follow federal guidelines, but projects that help economically disadvantaged communities will have a reduced non-Federal cost share of 10%. Additionally, a previous related law has been repealed and this effort is a continuation of that prior program.

The section expands a pilot program that offers temporary relocation assistance by including a project in Norfolk, Virginia, aimed at reducing risks from hurricanes and storm damage. This project was originally authorized by a 2020 law.

The section describes that the Secretary should provide technical and cost estimation assistance to help deal with navigation issues on the Tennessee River at Wilson Lock and Dam, Alabama, if requested by the relevant Federal entity. It also clarifies that this section does not allow the Secretary to spend money on repairing or replacing any property owned by the entity, like the Wilson Lock and Dam itself.

The section outlines the Delaware Inland Bays and Delaware Bay Coast Coastal Storm Risk Management Study, defining key terms such as "economically disadvantaged community" and specifying that if the study benefits such communities, the government will cover 90% of the study and project costs. It also mentions that the Secretary should quickly update any cost-sharing agreements related to the study to reflect these provisions.

The amendment increases the funding for the Upper Mississippi River Plan from $15 million to $25 million, as stated in Section 1103(e)(4) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986.

The section allows the flood control pump station in Northampton, Massachusetts, and the Pointe Celeste Pump Station in Louisiana to be treated as eligible pump stations under the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, bypassing certain existing requirements.

The Secretary is tasked with working with local stakeholders in Alabama and Mississippi to manage dredging needs for the Tennessee–Tombigbee Waterway and to ensure that navigation continues smoothly at the Corps of Engineers' locks and dams along the waterway.

The Secretary is required to speed up the review process and consider a request from the Federal power marketing administration to apply a specific section of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 to enhance dam safety at Garrison Dam in North Dakota.

Congress expresses the opinion that the Secretary should share any data and decisions regarding civil works projects in the Missouri River Basin to ensure transparency for the local communities.

Section 339 extends the deadline in the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 from 2025 to 2029 for soil moisture and snowpack monitoring activities.

The section of the bill modifies water supply contracts at Copan Lake, Oklahoma, and with the State of Kansas. For Copan Lake, it changes how storage costs are calculated under a 2022 law. For Kansas, it adjusts the method of calculating interest charges on water storage contracts from compounding annually to simple interest annually until certain conditions are met.

The section outlines that if the Governor of Illinois requests to terminate specific contracts, the Secretary must release all rights of Illinois to use water storage in specified reservoirs within 90 days. This will relieve Illinois from certain costs related to the operation and maintenance of these water storage facilities.

The Delaware Coastal System Program aims to improve planning and execution of projects protecting Delaware's coast from storms and hurricanes. It involves managing several projects as a unified system, with the federal government covering 80% of the costs for certain projects, and includes modifications for the use of dredged material in storm damage reduction efforts at Broadkill Beach.

The section requires the Secretary to keep maintaining a system of structures, called pile dikes, that were built by the Army Corps of Engineers. This maintenance, which helps navigation along parts of the Lower Columbia River and Willamette River in Washington, will be paid for by the federal government.

Under Section 344, the U.S. government outlines the legal process and conditions for transferring certain properties. It includes details about the survey requirements, costs, and liability for properties conveyed to other entities. Specifically, it authorizes the transfer of land to the State of Indiana and the Port of Skamania, Washington, with conditions for maintaining public use and ensuring fair market value payment respectively.

The section establishes a pilot program for operating certain projects in California and Arizona during drought emergencies, focusing on water supply as the main purpose. It allows the Secretary to update water control manuals, use forecast-informed operations, and accept funds from non-federal sources while ensuring that existing laws and agreements are not affected. After two years, a report on the program's progress and lessons learned must be submitted to Congress.

Section 346 of the bill amends a previous law, the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, by changing the deadline for the rehabilitation of existing levees from 2028 to 2029.

The section describes amendments to a pilot program related to non-Federal implementation of water projects. It expands the scope and time frame of the program, and specifically allows for certain projects in Louisiana to be included and considers in-kind contributions by non-Federal parties toward project costs.

The section of the bill amends the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 to add Lake Elsinore in California and the Willamette River in Oregon to the list of locations for the harmful algal bloom demonstration program.

The Congress believes that the Secretary should work with stakeholders in Alabama to manage the dredging needs for Mobile Harbor, ensuring it follows the laws set by past acts, including modifications made by more recent legislation.

The section expresses Congress's view that the Port of Portland, Oregon, should receive ongoing support from the Corps of Engineers for operations and maintenance, highlighting that the Port is the only operator for a federal navigation channel there and uses an aging dredging vessel called the "Dredge Oregon." Congress also commits to ensuring continued dredging efforts for the Port.

Section 351 of the bill modifies the Chattahoochee River Program. It changes the time frames specified in the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 by extending in subsection (b)(1) the period from 2 years to 4 years, and in subsection (j) from 3 years to 5 years.

The section changes part of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 to allow funding for ecosystem restoration at underserved community harbors and extends a deadline from 2026 to 2029.

The section modifies the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 to include the Winooski River tributary watershed in Vermont in the list of projects that are part of the law.

The Secretary is instructed to prioritize and carefully consider the City of Waco’s request to apply a specific law related to water resources to a dam near Waco Lake, Texas.

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 authorizes various water-related projects, covering areas like navigation, flood risk management, and storm damage reduction, based on reports to Congress. These projects involve different states and detailed cost estimates, with funding shared between federal and non-federal sources.