H.R. 10490 aims to amend the Deepwater Port Act of 1974 to enhance community involvement, public participation, and assess the impact on communities and the environment when issuing licenses for deepwater ports. It introduces definitions related to environmental justice and...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure the building of deepwater ports, like big sea stations for oil and gas, is done in a way that's safe for people and nature. It asks for more input from local communities and makes companies pay much more money if they spill oil, to help protect the environment better.