<num value="I">TITLE I—</num><heading>PROGRAM REFORMS AND STREAMLINING</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1001">SEC. 1001. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282c">33 USC 2282c</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>VERTICAL INTEGRATION AND ACCELERATION OF STUDIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the extent practicable, a feasibility study initiated by the Secretary, after the date of enactment of this Act, under section 905(a) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/a">33 U.S.C. 2282(a)</ref>) shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>result in the completion of a final feasibility report not later than 3 years after the date of initiation;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>have a maximum Federal cost of $3,000,000; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>ensure that personnel from the district, division, and headquarters levels of the Corps of Engineers concurrently conduct the review required under that section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Extension</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Secretary determines that a feasibility study described in subsection (a) will not be conducted in accordance with subsection (a), the Secretary, not later than 30 days after the date of making the determination, shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Cost estimate.</p></sidenote><content>prepare an updated feasibility study schedule and cost estimate;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the non-Federal feasibility cost-sharing partner that the feasibility study has been delayed; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>provide written notice to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives as to the reasons the requirements of subsection (a) are not attainable.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of Authorization</inline>.—</heading><content>A feasibility study for which the Secretary has issued a determination under subsection (b) is not authorized after the last day of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the determination if the Secretary has not completed the study on or before such last day.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding the requirements of subsection (c), the Secretary may extend the timeline of a study by a period not to exceed 3 years, if the Secretary determines that the feasibility study is too complex to comply with the requirements of subsections (a) and (c).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Factors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In making a determination that a study is too complex to comply with the requirements of subsections (a) and (c), the Secretary shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the type, size, location, scope, and overall cost of the project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>whether the project will use any innovative design or construction techniques;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>whether the project will require significant action by other Federal, State, or local agencies;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>whether there is significant public dispute as to the nature or effects of the project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>whether there is significant public dispute as to the economic or environmental costs or benefits of the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>Each time the Secretary makes a determination under this subsection, the Secretary shall provide written notice to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation <page>128 STAT. 1197</page>and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives as to the results of that determination, including an identification of the specific 1 or more factors used in making the determination that the project is complex.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall not extend the timeline for a feasibility study for a period of more than 7 years, and any feasibility study that is not completed before that date shall no longer be authorized.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reviews</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 90 days after the date of the initiation of a study described in subsection (a) for a project, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>take all steps necessary to initiate the process for completing federally mandated reviews that the Secretary is required to complete as part of the study, including the environmental review process under section 1005;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Meeting.</p></sidenote><content>convene a meeting of all Federal, tribal, and State agencies identified under section 2045(e) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2348/e">33 U.S.C. 2348(e)</ref>) that may be required by law to conduct or issue a review, analysis, or opinion on or to make a determination concerning a permit or license for the study; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>take all steps necessary to provide information that will enable required reviews and analyses related to the project to be conducted by other agencies in a thorough and timely manner.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interim Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that describes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the status of the implementation of the planning process under this section, including the number of participating projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a review of project delivery schedules, including a description of any delays on those studies participating in the planning process under this section; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any recommendations for additional authority necessary to support efforts to expedite the feasibility study process for water resource projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Final Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that describes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the status of the implementation of this section, including a description of each feasibility study subject to the requirements of this section;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the amount of time taken to complete each feasibility study; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any recommendations for additional authority necessary to support efforts to expedite the feasibility study process, including an analysis of whether the limitation established by subsection (a)(2) needs to be adjusted to address the impacts of inflation.<page>128 STAT. 1198</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1002">SEC. 1002. </num><heading>CONSOLIDATION OF STUDIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Repeal</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/b">33 U.S.C. 2282(b)</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conforming amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905(a)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/a/1">33 U.S.C. 2282(a)(1)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“perform a reconnaissance study and”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents of Feasibility Reports</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905(a)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/a/2">33 U.S.C. 2282(a)(2)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following: <quotedText>“A feasibility report shall include a preliminary analysis of the Federal interest and the costs, benefits, and environmental impacts of the project.”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Feasibility Studies</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed Project Schedule</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall determine a set of milestones needed for the completion of a feasibility study under this subsection, including all major actions, report submissions and responses, reviews, and comment periods.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed project schedule milestones</inline>.—</heading><content>Each District Engineer shall, to the maximum extent practicable, establish a detailed project schedule, based on full funding capability, that lists all deadlines for milestones relating to feasibility studies in the District developed by the Secretary under paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certified mail.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal interest notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each District Engineer shall submit by certified mail the detailed project schedule under paragraph (2) to each relevant non-Federal interest—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><content>for projects that have received funding from the General Investigations Account of the Corps of Engineers in the period beginning on October 1, 2009, and ending on the date of enactment of this subsection, not later than 180 days after the establishment of milestones under paragraph (1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>for projects for which a feasibility cost-sharing agreement is executed after the establishment of milestones under paragraph (1), not later than 90 days after the date on which the agreement is executed.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Congressional and public notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Beginning in the first full fiscal year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>submit an annual report that lists all detailed project schedules under paragraph (2) and an explanation of any missed deadlines to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>make publicly available, including on the Internet, a copy of the annual report described in subparagraph (A) not later than 14 days after date on which a report is submitted to Congress.<page>128 STAT. 1199</page> </content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to act</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If a District Engineer fails to meet any of the deadlines in the project schedule under paragraph (2), the District Engineer shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><chapeau>not later than 30 days after each missed deadline, submit to the non-Federal interest a report detailing—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>why the District Engineer failed to meet the deadline; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>a revised project schedule reflecting amended deadlines for the feasibility study; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 30 days after each missed deadline, make publicly available, including on the Internet, a copy of the amended project schedule described in subparagraph (A)(ii).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 USC 2282 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall continue to carry out a study for which a reconnaissance level investigation has been initiated before the date of enactment of this Act as if this section, including the amendments made by this section, had not been enacted.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1003">SEC. 1003. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 USC 2282 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EXPEDITED COMPLETION OF REPORTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> The Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>expedite the completion of any on-going feasibility study for a project initiated before the date of enactment of this Act; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>if the Secretary determines that the project is justified in a completed report, proceed directly to preconstruction planning, engineering, and design of the project in accordance with section 910 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2287">33 U.S.C. 2287</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1004">SEC. 1004. </num><heading>REMOVAL OF DUPLICATIVE ANALYSES.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> Section 911 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2288">33 U.S.C. 2288</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1005">SEC. 1005. </num><heading>PROJECT ACCELERATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Acceleration</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2045 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2348">33 U.S.C. 2348</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2045" class="bold ">“SEC. 2045. </num><heading class="bold ">PROJECT ACCELERATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Environmental impact statement</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘environmental impact statement’</term> means the detailed statement of environmental impacts of a project required to be prepared pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Environmental review process</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘environmental review process’</term> means the process of preparing an environmental impact statement, environmental assessment, categorical exclusion, or other document under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) for a project study.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘environmental review process’</term> includes the process for and completion of any environmental permit, approval, review, or study required for a project study under any Federal law other than the <page>128 STAT. 1200</page>National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal jurisdictional agency</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘Federal jurisdictional agency’</term> means a Federal agency with jurisdiction delegated by law, regulation, order, or otherwise over a review, analysis, opinion, statement, permit, license, or other approval or decision required for a project study under applicable Federal laws (including regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal lead agency</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘Federal lead agency’</term> means the Corps of Engineers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘project’</term> means a water resources development project to be carried out by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project sponsor</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘project sponsor’</term> has the meaning given the term <term>‘non-Federal interest’</term> in section 221(b) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(b)</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project study</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘project study’</term> means a feasibility study for a project carried out pursuant to section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>This section—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>shall apply to each project study that is initiated after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 and for which an environmental impact statement is prepared under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>may be applied, to the extent determined appropriate by the Secretary, to other project studies initiated after such date of enactment and for which an environmental review process document is prepared under that Act.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Flexibility</inline>.—</heading><content>Any authority granted under this section may be exercised, and any requirement established under this section may be satisfied, for the conduct of an environmental review process for a project study, a class of project studies, or a program of project studies.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">List of project studies</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall annually prepare, and make publicly available, a separate list of each study that the Secretary has determined—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>meets the standards described in paragraph (1); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>does not have adequate funding to make substantial progress toward the completion of the project study.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include for each project study on the list under subparagraph (A) a description of the estimated amounts necessary to make substantial progress on the project study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Review Process</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall develop and implement a coordinated environmental review process for the development of project studies.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordinated review</inline>.—</heading><content>The coordinated environmental review process described in paragraph (1) shall require that any review, analysis, opinion, statement, permit, license, <page>128 STAT. 1201</page>or other approval or decision issued or made by a Federal, State, or local governmental agency or an Indian tribe for a project study described in subsection (b) be conducted, to the maximum extent practicable, concurrently with any other applicable governmental agency or Indian tribe.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing</inline>.—</heading><content>The coordinated environmental review process under this subsection shall be completed not later than the date on which the Secretary, in consultation and concurrence with the agencies identified under subsection (e), establishes with respect to the project study.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lead Agencies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Joint lead agencies</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>At the discretion of the Secretary and subject to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1506.8">section 1506.8 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations), including the concurrence of the proposed joint lead agency, a project sponsor may serve as the joint lead agency.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project sponsor as joint lead agency</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A project sponsor that is a State or local governmental entity may—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>with the concurrence of the Secretary, serve as a joint lead agency with the Federal lead agency for purposes of preparing any environmental document under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><chapeau>prepare any environmental review process document under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) required in support of any action or approval by the Secretary if—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the Secretary provides guidance in the preparation process and independently evaluates that document;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><chapeau>the project sponsor complies with all requirements applicable to the Secretary under—</chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> “(aa) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>);</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> “(bb) </num><content>any regulation implementing that Act; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="cc"> “(cc) </num><content>any other applicable Federal law; and</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>the Secretary approves and adopts the document before the Secretary takes any subsequent action or makes any approval based on that document, regardless of whether the action or approval of the Secretary results in Federal funding.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall ensure that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the project sponsor complies with all design and mitigation commitments made jointly by the Secretary and the project sponsor in any environmental document prepared by the project sponsor in accordance with this subsection; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>any environmental document prepared by the project sponsor is appropriately supplemented to address any changes to the project the Secretary determines are necessary.<page>128 STAT. 1202</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Adoption and use of documents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any environmental document prepared in accordance with this subsection shall be adopted and used by any Federal agency making any determination related to the project study to the same extent that the Federal agency could adopt or use a document prepared by another Federal agency under—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>parts 1500 through 1508 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Roles and responsibility of lead agency</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to the environmental review process for any project study, the Federal lead agency shall have authority and responsibility—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>to take such actions as are necessary and proper and within the authority of the Federal lead agency to facilitate the expeditious resolution of the environmental review process for the project study; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>to prepare or ensure that any required environmental impact statement or other environmental review document for a project study required to be completed under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) is completed in accordance with this section and applicable Federal law.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Participating and Cooperating Agencies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Identification of jurisdictional agencies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to carrying out the environmental review process for a project study, the Secretary shall identify, as early as practicable in the environmental review process, all Federal, State, and local government agencies and Indian tribes that may—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>have jurisdiction over the project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>be required by law to conduct or issue a review, analysis, opinion, or statement for the project study; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>be required to make a determination on issuing a permit, license, or other approval or decision for the project study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State authority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the environmental review process is being implemented by the Secretary for a project study within the boundaries of a State, the State, consistent with State law, may choose to participate in the process and to make subject to the process all State agencies that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>have jurisdiction over the project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>are required to conduct or issue a review, analysis, opinion, or statement for the project study; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>are required to make a determination on issuing a permit, license, or other approval or decision for the project study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Invitation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency shall invite, as early as practicable in the environmental review process, any agency identified under paragraph (1) to become a participating or cooperating agency, as applicable, in the environmental review process for the project study.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>An invitation to participate issued under subparagraph (A) shall set a deadline by which a response to the invitation shall be submitted, which <page>128 STAT. 1203</page>may be extended by the Federal lead agency for good cause.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Procedures</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1501.6">Section 1501.6 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (as in effect on the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014) shall govern the identification and the participation of a cooperating agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal cooperating agencies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any Federal agency that is invited by the Federal lead agency to participate in the environmental review process for a project study shall be designated as a cooperating agency by the Federal lead agency unless the invited agency informs the Federal lead agency, in writing, by the deadline specified in the invitation that the invited agency—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><clause class="inline"><num value="i">(i)</num><subclause class="inline"><num value="I">(I) </num><content>has no jurisdiction or authority with respect to the project;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>has no expertise or information relevant to the project; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>does not have adequate funds to participate in the project; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>does not intend to submit comments on the project; or</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>does not intend to submit comments on the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>A participating or cooperating agency shall comply with this section and any schedule established under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect of designation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Designation as a participating or cooperating agency under this subsection shall not imply that the participating or cooperating agency—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>supports a proposed project; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>has any jurisdiction over, or special expertise with respect to evaluation of, the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Concurrent reviews</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each participating or cooperating agency shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>carry out the obligations of that agency under other applicable law concurrently and in conjunction with the required environmental review process, unless doing so would prevent the participating or cooperating agency from conducting needed analysis or otherwise carrying out those obligations; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>formulate and implement administrative, policy, and procedural mechanisms to enable the agency to ensure completion of the environmental review process in a timely, coordinated, and environmentally responsible manner.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Programmatic Compliance</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Guidance.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall issue guidance regarding the use of programmatic approaches to carry out the environmental review process that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>eliminates repetitive discussions of the same issues;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>focuses on the actual issues ripe for analyses at each level of review;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>establishes a formal process for coordinating with participating and cooperating agencies, including the creation of a list of all data that is needed to carry out an environmental review process; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><chapeau>complies with—<page>128 STAT. 1204</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>all other applicable laws.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>as the first step in drafting guidance under that paragraph, consult with relevant Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, Indian tribes, and the public on the appropriate use and scope of the programmatic approaches;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>emphasize the importance of collaboration among relevant Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, and Indian tribes in undertaking programmatic reviews, especially with respect to including reviews with a broad geographical scope;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><chapeau>ensure that the programmatic reviews—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>promote transparency, including of the analyses and data used in the environmental review process, the treatment of any deferred issues raised by Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, Indian tribes, or the public, and the temporal and special scales to be used to analyze those issues;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><chapeau>use accurate and timely information in the environmental review process, including—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>criteria for determining the general duration of the usefulness of the review; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the timeline for updating any out-of-date review;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><chapeau>describe—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the relationship between programmatic analysis and future tiered analysis; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the role of the public in the creation of future tiered analysis; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>are available to other relevant Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, Indian tribes, and the public;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>allow not fewer than 60 days of public notice and comment on any proposed guidance; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>address any comments received under subparagraph (D).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordinated Reviews</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination plan</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency shall, after consultation with and with the concurrence of each participating and cooperating agency and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, establish a plan for coordinating public and agency participation in, and comment on, the environmental review process for a project study or a category of project studies.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Incorporation</inline>.—</heading><content>The plan established under clause (i) shall be incorporated into the project schedule milestones set under section 905(g)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/g/2">33 U.S.C. 2282(g)(2)</ref>).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Schedule</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1205</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>As soon as practicable but not later than 45 days after the close of the public comment period on a draft environmental impact statement, the Federal lead agency, after consultation with and the concurrence of each participating and cooperating agency and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, shall establish, as part of the coordination plan established in subparagraph (A), a schedule for completion of the environmental review process for the project study.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Factors for consideration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing a schedule, the Secretary shall consider factors such as—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the responsibilities of participating and cooperating agencies under applicable laws;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the resources available to the project sponsor, joint lead agency, and other relevant Federal and State agencies, as applicable;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>the overall size and complexity of the project;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> “(IV) </num><content>the overall schedule for and cost of the project; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> “(V) </num><content>the sensitivity of the natural and historical resources that could be affected by the project.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Modifications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>lengthen a schedule established under clause (i) for good cause; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>shorten a schedule only with concurrence of the affected participating and cooperating agencies and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Dissemination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A copy of a schedule established under clause (i) shall be—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>provided to each participating and cooperating agency and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>made available to the public.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Comment deadlines</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Federal lead agency shall establish the following deadlines for comment during the environmental review process for a project study:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Draft environmental impact statements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For comments by Federal and States agencies and the public on a draft environmental impact statement, a period of not more than 60 days after publication in the Federal Register of notice of the date of public availability of the draft environmental impact statement, unless—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>a different deadline is established by agreement of the Federal lead agency, the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, and all participating and cooperating agencies; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the deadline is extended by the Federal lead agency for good cause.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Other environmental review processes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For all other comment periods established by the Federal lead agency for agency or public comments in the environmental review process, a period of not more than 30 days after <page>128 STAT. 1206</page>the date on which the materials on which comment is requested are made available, unless—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>a different deadline is established by agreement of the Federal lead agency, the project sponsor, or joint lead agency, as applicable, and all participating and cooperating agencies; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the deadline is extended by the Federal lead agency for good cause.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notifications.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deadlines for decisions under other laws</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which a decision under any Federal law relating to a project study, including the issuance or denial of a permit or license, is required to be made by the date described in subsection (h)(5)(B)(ii), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>as soon as practicable after the 180-day period described in subsection (h)(5)(B)(ii), an initial notice of the failure of the Federal agency to make the decision; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>every 60 days thereafter until such date as all decisions of the Federal agency relating to the project study have been made by the Federal agency, an additional notice that describes the number of decisions of the Federal agency that remain outstanding as of the date of the additional notice.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Involvement of the public</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection reduces any time period provided for public comment in the environmental review process under applicable Federal law (including regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Transparency reporting</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Database.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reporting requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, the Secretary shall establish and maintain an electronic database and, in coordination with other Federal and State agencies, issue reporting requirements to make publicly available the status and progress with respect to compliance with applicable requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321">42 U.S.C. 4321</ref> et. seq.) and any other Federal, State, or local approval or action required for a project study for which this section is applicable.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Publication.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project study transparency</inline>.—</heading><content>Consistent with the requirements established under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall publish the status and progress of any Federal, State, or local decision, action, or approval required under applicable laws for each project study for which this section is applicable.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> “(h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Issue Identification and Resolution</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency, the cooperating agencies, and any participating agencies shall work cooperatively in accordance with this section to identify and resolve issues that could delay completion of the environmental review process or result in the denial of any approval required for the project study under applicable laws.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal lead agency responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1207</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency shall make information available to the cooperating agencies and participating agencies as early as practicable in the environmental review process regarding the environmental and socioeconomic resources located within the project area and the general locations of the alternatives under consideration.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Data sources</inline>.—</heading><content>The information under subparagraph (A) may be based on existing data sources, including geographic information systems mapping.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperating and participating agency responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><content>Based on information received from the Federal lead agency, cooperating and participating agencies shall identify, as early as practicable, any issues of concern regarding the potential environmental or socioeconomic impacts of the project, including any issues that could substantially delay or prevent an agency from granting a permit or other approval that is needed for the project study.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Accelerated issue resolution and elevation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Meeting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On the request of a participating or cooperating agency or project sponsor, the Secretary shall convene an issue resolution meeting with the relevant participating and cooperating agencies and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, to resolve issues that may—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>delay completion of the environmental review process; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>result in denial of any approval required for the project study under applicable laws.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Meeting date</inline>.—</heading><content>A meeting requested under this paragraph shall be held not later than 21 days after the date on which the Secretary receives the request for the meeting, unless the Secretary determines that there is good cause to extend that deadline.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>On receipt of a request for a meeting under this paragraph, the Secretary shall notify all relevant participating and cooperating agencies of the request, including the issue to be resolved and the date for the meeting.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Elevation of issue resolution</inline>.—</heading><content>If a resolution cannot be achieved within the 30 day-period beginning on the date of a meeting under this paragraph and a determination is made by the Secretary that all information necessary to resolve the issue has been obtained, the Secretary shall forward the dispute to the heads of the relevant agencies for resolution.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Convention by secretary</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may convene an issue resolution meeting under this paragraph at any time, at the discretion of the Secretary, regardless of whether a meeting is requested under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Financial penalty provisions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A Federal jurisdictional agency shall complete any required approval or decision for the environmental review process on an expeditious basis using the shortest existing applicable process.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to decide</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1208</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If a Federal jurisdictional agency fails to render a decision required under any Federal law relating to a project study that requires the preparation of an environmental impact statement or environmental assessment, including the issuance or denial of a permit, license, statement, opinion, or other approval by the date described in clause (ii), the amount of funds made available to support the office of the head of the Federal jurisdictional agency shall be reduced by an amount of funding equal to the amounts specified in subclause (I) or (II) and those funds shall be made available to the division of the Federal jurisdictional agency charged with rendering the decision by not later than 1 day after the applicable date under clause (ii), and once each week thereafter until a final decision is rendered, subject to subparagraph (C)—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>$20,000 for any project study requiring the preparation of an environmental assessment or environmental impact statement; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>$10,000 for any project study requiring any type of review under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) other than an environmental assessment or environmental impact statement.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Description of date</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The date referred to in clause (i) is the later of—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the date that is 180 days after the date on which an application for the permit, license, or approval is complete; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the date that is 180 days after the date on which the Federal lead agency issues a decision on the project under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>No transfer of funds under subparagraph (B) relating to an individual project study shall exceed, in any fiscal year, an amount equal to 1 percent of the funds made available for the applicable agency office.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to decide</inline>.—</heading><content>The total amount transferred in a fiscal year as a result of a failure by an agency to make a decision by an applicable deadline shall not exceed an amount equal to 5 percent of the funds made available for the applicable agency office for that fiscal year.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aggregate</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, for each fiscal year, the aggregate amount of financial penalties assessed against each applicable agency office under the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 and any other Federal law as a result of a failure of the agency to make a decision by an applicable deadline for environmental review, including the total amount transferred under this paragraph, shall not exceed an amount equal to 9.5 percent of the funds made available for the agency office for that fiscal year.<page>128 STAT. 1209</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">No fault of agency</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A transfer of funds under this paragraph shall not be made if the applicable agency described in subparagraph (A) notifies, with a supporting explanation, the Federal lead agency, cooperating agencies, and project sponsor, as applicable, that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the agency has not received necessary information or approvals from another entity in a manner that affects the ability of the agency to meet any requirements under Federal, State, or local law;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>significant new information, including from public comments, or circumstances, including a major modification to an aspect of the project, requires additional analysis for the agency to make a decision on the project application; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>the agency lacks the financial resources to complete the review under the scheduled time frame, including a description of the number of full-time employees required to complete the review, the amount of funding required to complete the review, and a justification as to why not enough funding is available to complete the review by the deadline.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lack of financial resources</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the agency provides notice under clause (i)(III), the Inspector General of the agency shall—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><content>conduct a financial audit to review the notice; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 90 days after the date on which the review described in subclause (I) is completed, submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the notice.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal agency from which funds are transferred pursuant to this paragraph shall not reprogram funds to the office of the head of the agency, or equivalent office, to reimburse that office for the loss of the funds.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect of paragraph</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this paragraph affects or limits the application of, or obligation to comply with, any Federal, State, local, or tribal law.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Memorandum of Agreements for Early Coordination</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the Secretary and other Federal agencies with relevant jurisdiction in the environmental review process should cooperate with each other, State agencies, and Indian tribes on environmental review and project delivery activities at the earliest practicable time to avoid delays and duplication of effort later in the process, prevent potential conflicts, and ensure that planning and project development decisions reflect environmental values; and<page>128 STAT. 1210</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the cooperation referred to in subparagraph (A) should include the development of policies and the designation of staff that advise planning agencies and project sponsors of studies or other information foreseeably required for later Federal action and early consultation with appropriate State and local agencies and Indian tribes.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>If requested at any time by a State or project sponsor, the Secretary and other Federal agencies with relevant jurisdiction in the environmental review process, shall, to the maximum extent practicable and appropriate, as determined by the agencies, provide technical assistance to the State or project sponsor in carrying out early coordination activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Memorandum of agency agreement</inline>.—</heading><content>If requested at any time by a State or project sponsor, the Federal lead agency, in consultation with other Federal agencies with relevant jurisdiction in the environmental review process, may establish memoranda of agreement with the project sponsor, Indian tribe, State and local governments, and other appropriate entities to carry out the early coordination activities, including providing technical assistance in identifying potential impacts and mitigation issues in an integrated fashion.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="j"> “(j) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section preempts or interferes with—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><chapeau>any obligation to comply with the provisions of any Federal law, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>any other Federal environmental law;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>the reviewability of any final Federal agency action in a court of the United States or in the court of any State;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>any requirement for seeking, considering, or responding to public comment; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>any power, jurisdiction, responsibility, duty, or authority that a Federal, State, or local governmental agency, Indian tribe, or project sponsor has with respect to carrying out a project or any other provision of law applicable to projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="k"> “(k) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing of Claims</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a claim arising under Federal law seeking judicial review of a permit, license, or other approval issued by a Federal agency for a project study shall be barred unless the claim is filed not later than 3 years after publication of a notice in the Federal Register announcing that the permit, license, or other approval is final pursuant to the law under which the agency action is taken, unless a shorter time is specified in the Federal law that allows judicial review.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection creates a right to judicial review or places any limit on filing a claim that a person has violated the terms of a permit, license, or other approval.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">New information</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall consider new information received after the close of a comment period <page>128 STAT. 1211</page>if the information satisfies the requirements for a supplemental environmental impact statement under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Separate action</inline>.—</heading><content>The preparation of a supplemental environmental impact statement or other environmental document, if required under this section, shall be considered a separate final agency action and the deadline for filing a claim for judicial review of the action shall be 3 years after the date of publication of a notice in the Federal Register announcing the action relating to such supplemental environmental impact statement or other environmental document.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="l"> “(l) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Categorical Exclusions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Survey.</p></sidenote><content>survey the use by the Corps of Engineers of categorical exclusions in projects since 2005;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Publication.</p></sidenote><chapeau>publish a review of the survey that includes a description of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the types of actions that were categorically excluded or could be the basis for developing a new categorical exclusion; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>any requests previously received by the Secretary for new categorical exclusions; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>solicit requests from other Federal agencies and project sponsors for new categorical exclusions.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">New categorical exclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, if the Secretary has identified a category of activities that merit establishing a categorical exclusion that did not exist on the day before the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 based on the review under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall publish a notice of proposed rulemaking to propose that new categorical exclusion, to the extent that the categorical exclusion meets the criteria for a categorical exclusion under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1508.4">section 1508.4 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulation).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="m"> “(m) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of Project Acceleration Reforms</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General of the United States shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>assess the reforms carried out under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 5 years and not later than 10 years after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the assessment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The reports under paragraph (1) shall include an evaluation of impacts of the reforms carried out under this section on—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>project delivery;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>compliance with environmental laws; and<page>128 STAT. 1212</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>the environmental impact of projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="n"> “(n)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Performance Measurement</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish a program to measure and report on progress made toward improving and expediting the planning and environmental review process.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="o"> “(o)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Implementation Guidance</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall prepare, in consultation with the Council on Environmental Quality and other Federal agencies with jurisdiction over actions or resources that may be impacted by a project, guidance documents that describe the coordinated environmental review processes that the Secretary intends to use to implement this section for the planning of projects, in accordance with the civil works program of the Corps of Engineers and all applicable law.”</content> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Clerical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The table of contents contained in section 1(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1042">121 Stat. 1042</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 2045 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><?GPOvSpace 04?> <toc> <referenceItem style="-uslm-lc:I658242" role="section"> <designator>“Sec. 2045. </designator> <label>Project acceleration.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2349">33 USC 2349</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Categorical Exclusions in Emergencies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For the repair, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of a water resources project that is in operation or under construction when damaged by an event or incident that results in a declaration by the President of a major disaster or emergency pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5121/etseq">42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.</ref>), the Secretary shall treat such repair, reconstruction, or rehabilitation activity as a class of action categorically excluded from the requirements relating to environmental assessments or environmental impact statements under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1508.4">section 1508.4 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations), if the repair or reconstruction activity is—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in the same location with the same capacity, dimensions, and design as the original water resources project as before the declaration described in this section; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>commenced within a 2-year period beginning on the date of a declaration described in this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1006">SEC. 1006. </num><heading>EXPEDITING THE EVALUATION AND PROCESSING OF PERMITS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 214 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/pl/106/541">Public Law 106–541</ref>; <ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2201">33 U.S.C. 2201 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(a) <headingText class="small-caps">In General</headingText>.—The Secretary”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Funding to Process Permits</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection:</chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Natural gas company</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘natural gas company’</term> has the meaning given the term in section 1262 of the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 2005 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s16451">42 U.S.C. 16451</ref>), except that the term also includes a person engaged in the transportation of natural gas in intrastate commerce.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public-utility company</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘public-utility company’</term> has the meaning given the term in section 1262 of the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 2005 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s16451">42 U.S.C. 16451</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Permit processing</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;<page>128 STAT. 1213</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2) (as so designated)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or a public-utility company or natural gas company”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“non-Federal public entity”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or company”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“that entity”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation for public-utility and natural gas companies</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Expiration date.</p></sidenote>The authority provided under paragraph (2) to a public-utility company or natural gas company shall expire on the date that is 7 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect on other entities</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary shall ensure that expediting the evaluation of a permit through the use of funds accepted and expended under this section does not adversely affect the timeline for evaluation (in the Corps district in which the project or activity is located) of permits under the jurisdiction of the Department of the Army of other entities that have not contributed funds under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">GAO study</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study of the implementation by the Secretary of the authority provided under paragraph (2) to public-utility companies and natural gas companies.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (d) and (e) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Availability</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall ensure that all final permit decisions carried out using funds authorized under this section are made available to the public in a common format, including on the Internet, and in a manner that distinguishes final permit decisions under this section from other final actions of the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Decision document</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>use a standard decision document for evaluating all permits using funds accepted under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>make the standard decision document, along with all final permit decisions, available to the public, including on the Internet.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall make all active agreements to accept funds under this section available on a single public Internet site.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reporting</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall prepare an annual report on the implementation of this section, which, at a minimum, shall include for each district of the Corps of Engineers that accepts funds under this section—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>a comprehensive list of any funds accepted under this section during the previous fiscal year;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>a comprehensive list of the permits reviewed and approved using funds accepted under this section during the previous fiscal year, including a description of the size and type of resources impacted and the mitigation required for each permit; and<page>128 STAT. 1214</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>a description of the training offered in the previous fiscal year for employees that is funded in whole or in part with funds accepted under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives the annual report described in paragraph (1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>make each report received under subparagraph (A) available on a single publicly accessible Internet site.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1007">SEC. 1007. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s408a">33 USC 408a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EXPEDITING APPROVAL OF MODIFICATIONS AND ALTERATIONS OF PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Section 14 Application Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term <term>“section 14 application”</term> means an application submitted by an applicant to the Secretary requesting permission for the temporary occupation or use of a public work, or the alteration or permanent occupation or use of a public work, under section 14 of the Act of March 3, 1899 (commonly known as the “Rivers and Harbors Appropriation Act of 1899”) (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s408">33 U.S.C. 408</ref>).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, after providing notice and an opportunity for comment, shall establish a process for the review of section 14 applications in a timely and consistent manner.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark Goals</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment of benchmark goals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (b), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>establish benchmark goals for determining the amount of time it should take the Secretary to determine whether a section 14 application is complete;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>establish benchmark goals for determining the amount of time it should take the Secretary to approve or disapprove a section 14 application; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>to the extent practicable, use such benchmark goals to make a decision on section 14 applications in a timely and consistent manner.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark goals</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark goals for determining whether section 14 applications are complete</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the extent practicable, the benchmark goals established under paragraph (1) shall provide that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the Secretary reach a decision on whether a section 14 application is complete not later than 15 days after the date of receipt of the application; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>if the Secretary determines that a section 14 application is not complete, the Secretary promptly notify the applicant of the specific information that is missing or the analysis that is needed to complete the application.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark goals for reviewing completed applications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the extent practicable, the benchmark goals established under paragraph (1) shall provide that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the Secretary generally approve or disapprove a completed section 14 application not later than 45 <page>128 STAT. 1215</page>days after the date of receipt of the completed application; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>in a case in which the Secretary determines that additional time is needed to review a completed section 14 application due to the type, size, cost, complexity, or impacts of the actions proposed in the application, the Secretary generally approve or disapprove the application not later than 180 days after the date of receipt of the completed application.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notice</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which the Secretary determines that it will take the Secretary more than 45 days to review a completed section 14 application, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>provide written notification to the applicant; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>include in the written notice a best estimate of the Secretary as to the amount of time required for completion of the review.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure To Achieve Benchmark Goals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which the Secretary fails make a decision on a section 14 application in accordance with the process established under this section, the Secretary shall provide written notice to the applicant, including a detailed description of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>why the Secretary failed to make a decision in accordance with such process;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the additional actions required before the Secretary will issue a decision; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>the amount of time the Secretary will require to issue a decision.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide a copy of any written notice provided under subsection (d) to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Database.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public availability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall maintain a publicly available database, including on the Internet, on—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>all section 14 applications received by the Secretary; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the current status of such applications.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1008">SEC. 1008. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2321b">33 USC 2321b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EXPEDITING HYDROPOWER AT CORPS OF ENGINEERS FACILITIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Policy</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress declares that it is the policy of the United States that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the development of non-Federal hydroelectric power at Corps of Engineers civil works projects, including locks and dams, shall be given priority;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Corps of Engineers approval of non-Federal hydroelectric power at Corps of Engineers civil works projects, including permitting required under section 14 of the Act of March 3, 1899 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s408">33 U.S.C. 408</ref>), shall be completed by the Corps of Engineers in a timely and consistent manner; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>approval of hydropower at Corps of Engineers civil works projects shall in no way diminish the other priorities and missions of the Corps of Engineers, including authorized project purposes and habitat and environmental protection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and biennially thereafter, the Secretary shall submit <page>128 STAT. 1216</page>to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that, at a minimum, shall include—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a description of initiatives carried out by the Secretary to encourage the development of hydroelectric power by non-Federal entities at Corps of Engineers civil works projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a list of all new hydroelectric power activities by non-Federal entities approved at Corps of Engineers civil works projects in that fiscal year, including the length of time the Secretary needed to approve those activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>a description of the status of each pending application from non-Federal entities for approval to develop hydroelectric power at Corps of Engineers civil works projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>a description of any benefits or impacts to the environment, recreation, or other uses associated with Corps of Engineers civil works projects at which non-Federal entities have developed hydroelectric power in the previous fiscal year; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>the total annual amount of payments or other services provided to the Corps of Engineers, the Treasury, and any other Federal agency as a result of approved non-Federal hydropower projects at Corps of Engineers civil works projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1009">SEC. 1009. </num><heading>ENHANCED USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMERCE IN FEDERAL PROCUREMENT.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report describing the actions of the Secretary in carrying out <ref href="/us/usc/t41/s2301">section 2301 of title 41, United States Code</ref>, regarding the use of electronic commerce in Federal procurement.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report submitted under subsection (a) shall include, with respect to the 2 fiscal years most recently ended before the fiscal year in which the report is submitted—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>an identification of the number, type, and dollar value of procurement solicitations with respect to which the public was permitted to respond to the solicitation electronically, which shall differentiate between solicitations that allowed full or partial electronic submission;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>an analysis of the information provided under paragraph (1) and actions that could be taken by the Secretary to refine and improve the use of electronic submission for procurement solicitation responses;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>an analysis of the potential benefits of and obstacles to full implementation of electronic submission for procurement solicitation responses, including with respect to cost savings, error reduction, paperwork reduction, increased bidder participation, and competition, and expanded use of electronic bid data collection for cost-effective contract management and timely reporting; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>an analysis of the options and technologies available to facilitate expanded implementation of electronic submission for procurement solicitation responses and the suitability of each option and technology for contracts of various types and sizes.<page>128 STAT. 1217</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1010">SEC. 1010. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2347a">33 USC 2347a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DETERMINATION OF PROJECT COMPLETION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall notify the applicable non-Federal interest when construction of a water resources project or a functional portion of the project is completed so the non-Federal interest may commence responsibilities, as applicable, for operating and maintaining the project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Interest Appeal of Determination</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 7 days after receiving a notification under subsection (a), the non-Federal interest may appeal the completion determination of the Secretary in writing with a detailed explanation of the basis for questioning the completeness of the project or functional portion of the project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Independent review</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>On notification that a non-Federal interest has submitted an appeal under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall contract with 1 or more independent, non-Federal experts to evaluate whether the applicable water resources project or functional portion of the project is complete.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timeline</inline>.—</heading><content>An independent review carried out under subparagraph (A) shall be completed not later than 180 days after the date on which the Secretary receives an appeal from a non-Federal interest under paragraph (1).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1011">SEC. 1011. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2341a">33 USC 2341a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PRIORITIZATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization of Hurricane and Storm Damage Risk Reduction Efforts</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Priority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For authorized projects and ongoing feasibility studies with a primary purpose of hurricane and storm damage risk reduction, the Secretary shall give funding priority to projects and ongoing studies that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>address an imminent threat to life and property;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>prevent storm surge from inundating populated areas;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>prevent the loss of coastal wetlands that help reduce the impact of storm surge;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>protect emergency hurricane evacuation routes or shelters;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>prevent adverse impacts to publicly owned or funded infrastructure and assets;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>minimize disaster relief costs to the Federal Government; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>address hurricane and storm damage risk reduction in an area for which the President declared a major disaster in accordance with section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5170">42 U.S.C. 5170</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Expedited consideration of currently authorized projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Lists.</p></sidenote><chapeau>submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a list of all—</chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1218</page> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>ongoing hurricane and storm damage reduction feasibility studies that have signed feasibility cost-share agreements and have received Federal funds since 2009; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>authorized hurricane and storm damage reduction projects that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>have been authorized for more than 20 years but are less than 75 percent complete; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>are undergoing a post-authorization change report, general reevaluation report, or limited reevaluation report;</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>identify those projects on the list required under subparagraph (A) that meet the criteria described in paragraph (1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>provide a plan for expeditiously completing the projects identified under subparagraph (B), subject to available funding.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization of Ecosystem Restoration Efforts</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For authorized projects with a primary purpose of ecosystem restoration, the Secretary shall give funding priority to projects—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>address an identified threat to public health, safety, or welfare;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>preserve or restore ecosystems of national significance; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>preserve or restore habitats of importance for federally protected species, including migratory birds; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>for which the restoration activities will contribute to other ongoing or planned Federal, State, or local restoration initiatives.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1012">SEC. 1012. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2315a">33 USC 2315a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TRANSPARENCY IN ACCOUNTING AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary shall provide to the non-Federal interest a detailed accounting of the Federal expenses associated with a water resources project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall contract with the National Academy of Public Administration to carry out a study on the efficiency of the Corps Engineers current staff salaries and administrative expense procedures as compared to using a separate administrative expense account.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>The study under paragraph (1) shall include any recommendations of the National Academy of Public Administration for improvements to the budgeting and administrative processes that will increase the efficiency of the Corps of Engineers project delivery.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1013">SEC. 1013. </num><heading>EVALUATION OF PROJECT PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Review.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall contract with the National Academy of Public Administration to carry out a comprehensive review of the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements and the Project Partnership Agreement template, which shall include—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>an evaluation of the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, including <page>128 STAT. 1219</page>suggested modifications to the process provided by non-Federal interests; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations based on the evaluation under paragraph (1) to improve the Project Partnership Agreement template and the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to Congress</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall submit the findings of the National Academy of Public Administration to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the findings are received under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a detailed response, including any recommendations the Secretary plans to implement, on the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements and the Project Partnership Agreement template.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1014">SEC. 1014. </num><heading>STUDY AND CONSTRUCTION OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Studies</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 203 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2231">33 U.S.C. 2231</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num value="203">“SEC. 203. </num><heading>STUDY OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to Secretary</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A non-Federal interest may undertake a feasibility study of a proposed water resources development project and submit the study to the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><content>To assist non-Federal interests, the Secretary, as soon as practicable, shall issue guidelines for feasibility studies of water resources development projects to provide sufficient information for the formulation of the studies.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review by Secretary</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall review each feasibility study received under subsection (a)(1) for the purpose of determining whether or not the study, and the process under which the study was developed, each comply with Federal laws and regulations applicable to feasibility studies of water resources development projects.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of receipt of a feasibility study of a project under subsection (a)(1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>the results of the Secretary’s review of the study under subsection (b), including a determination of whether the project is feasible;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>any recommendations the Secretary may have concerning the plan or design of the project; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>any conditions the Secretary may require for construction of the project.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Credit</inline>.—</heading><content>If a project for which a feasibility study has been submitted under subsection (a)(1) is authorized by a Federal <page>128 STAT. 1220</page>law enacted after the date of the submission to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall credit toward the non-Federal share of the cost of construction of the project an amount equal to the portion of the cost of developing the study that would have been the responsibility of the United States if the study had been developed by the Secretary.”</content> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Construction</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 U.S.C. 2232</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num value="204">“SEC. 204. </num><heading>CONSTRUCTION OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Water Resources Development Project Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>‘water resources development project’</term> means a project recommendation that results from—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>a feasibility report, as such term is defined in section 7001(f) of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>a completed feasibility study developed under section 203; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>a final feasibility study for water resources development and conservation and other purposes that is specifically authorized by Congress to be carried out by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A non-Federal interest may carry out a water resources development project, or separable element thereof—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>in accordance with a plan approved by the Secretary for the project or separable element; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>subject to any conditions that the Secretary may require, including any conditions specified under section 203(c)(3).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Before carrying out a water resources development project, or separable element thereof, under this section, a non-Federal interest shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>obtain any permit or approval required in connection with the project or separable element under Federal or State law; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>ensure that a final environmental impact statement or environmental assessment, as appropriate, for the project or separable element has been filed.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Studies and Engineering</inline>.—</heading><content>When requested by an appropriate non-Federal interest, the Secretary may undertake all necessary studies and engineering for any construction to be undertaken under subsection (b), and provide technical assistance in obtaining all necessary permits for the construction, if the non-Federal interest contracts with the Secretary to furnish the United States funds for the studies, engineering, or technical assistance in the period during which the studies and engineering are being conducted.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Credit or Reimbursement</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">General rule</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to paragraph (3), a project or separable element of a project carried out by a non-Federal interest under this section shall be eligible for credit or reimbursement for the Federal share of work carried out on a project or separable element of a project if—<page>128 STAT. 1221</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><chapeau>before initiation of construction of the project or separable element—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the Secretary approves the plans for construction of the project or separable element of the project by the non-Federal interest;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines, before approval of the plans, that the project or separable element of the project is feasible; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>the non-Federal interest enters into a written agreement with the Secretary under section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b</ref>), including an agreement to pay the non-Federal share, if any, of the cost of operation and maintenance of the project; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that all Federal laws and regulations applicable to the construction of a water resources development project, and any conditions identified under subsection (b)(1)(B), were complied with by the non-Federal interest during construction of the project or separable element of the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application of credit</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may apply credit toward—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the non-Federal share of authorized separable elements of the same project; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>subject to the requirements of this section and section 1020 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, at the request of the non-Federal interest, the non-Federal share of a different water resources development project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may only apply credit or provide reimbursement under paragraph (1) if—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>Congress has authorized construction of the project or separable element of the project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certification.</p></sidenote><chapeau>the Secretary certifies that the project has been constructed in accordance with—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>all applicable permits or approvals; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>this section.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Monitoring</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall regularly monitor and audit any water resources development project, or separable element of a water resources development project, constructed by a non-Federal interest under this section to ensure that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the construction is carried out in compliance with the requirements of this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the costs of the construction are reasonable.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification of Committees</inline>.—</heading><content>If a non-Federal interest notifies the Secretary that the non-Federal interest intends to carry out a project, or separable element thereof, under this section, the Secretary shall provide written notice to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives concerning the intent of the non-Federal interest.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and Maintenance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Whenever a non-Federal interest carries out improvements to a federally authorized harbor or inland harbor, the Secretary shall be responsible for operation and maintenance in accordance with section 101(b) if—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><chapeau>before construction of the improvements—<page>128 STAT. 1222</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that the improvements are feasible and consistent with the purposes of this title; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary and the non-Federal interest execute a written agreement relating to operation and maintenance of the improvements;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certification.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary certifies that the project or separable element of the project is constructed in accordance with applicable permits and appropriate engineering and design standards; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>the Secretary does not find that the project or separable element is no longer feasible.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Repeals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The following provisions are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>Section 404 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 U.S.C. 2232 note</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/104/4646">104 Stat. 4646</ref>) and the item relating to that section in the table of contents contained in section 1(b) of that Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i–1">33 U.S.C. 426i–1</ref>) and the item relating to that section in the table of contents contained in section 1(b) of that Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>Section 211 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–13">33 U.S.C. 701b–13</ref>) and the item relating to that section in the table of contents contained in section 1(b) of that Act.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t22/s2232">22 USC 2232 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Savings Provision</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section may be construed to affect an agreement in effect on the date of enactment of this Act, or an agreement that is finalized between the Corps of Engineers and a non-Federal interest on or before December 31, 2014, under any of the following sections (as such sections were in effect on the day before such date of enactment):</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 U.S.C. 2232</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i–1">33 U.S.C. 426i–1</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>Section 211 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–13">33 U.S.C. 701b–13</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1015">SEC. 1015. </num><heading>CONTRIBUTIONS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 U.S.C. 701h</ref>), <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and other non-Federal interests”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“States and political subdivisions thereof”</quotedText> each place it appears;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, including a project for navigation on the inland waterways,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“study or project”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<proviso><i>Provided</i>, That when</proviso>”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<proviso><i>Provided</i>, That the Secretary is authorized to receive and expend funds from a State or a political subdivision thereof, and other non-Federal interests or private entities, to operate a hurricane barrier project to support recreational activities at or in the vicinity of the project, at no cost to the Federal Government, if the Secretary determines that operation for such purpose is not inconsistent with the operation and maintenance of the project for the authorized purposes of the project: </proviso><proviso><i>Provided further</i>, That when</proviso>”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedText>“: <proviso><i>Provided further</i>, That the term ‘non-Federal <page>128 STAT. 1223</page>interest’ has the meaning given that term in section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b</ref>).</proviso>”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 USC 701h note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification for Contributed Funds</inline>.—</heading><content>Prior to accepting funds contributed under section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 U.S.C. 701h</ref>), the Secretary shall provide written notice of the funds to the Committee on Environment and Public Works and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 111(b) of the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 (<ref href="/us/stat/125/858">125 Stat. 858</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1016">SEC. 1016. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 USC 2232 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CERTAIN PROJECTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> The Secretary may assume responsibility for operation and maintenance in accordance with section 101(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211/b">33 U.S.C. 2211(b)</ref>) (as amended by section 2102(b)) for improvements to a federally authorized harbor or inland harbor that are carried out by a non-Federal interest prior to December 31, 2014, if the Secretary determines that the requirements under paragraphs (2) and (3) of section 204(f) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232/f">33 U.S.C. 2232(f)</ref>) are met.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1017">SEC. 1017. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2212">33 USC 2212 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO INCREASE LOCK OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, after providing public notice, shall establish a pilot program for the acceptance and expenditure of funds contributed by non-Federal interests to increase the hours of operation of locks at water resources development projects.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The establishment of the pilot program under this section shall not affect the periodic review and adjustment of hours of operation of locks based on increases in commercial traffic carried out by the Secretary.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Comment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days before a proposed modification to the operation of a lock at a water resources development project will be carried out, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>publish the proposed modification in the Federal Register; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>accept public comment on the proposed modification.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that evaluates the cost-savings resulting from reduced lock hours and any economic impacts of modifying lock operations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of pilot program</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than September 30, 2017, and each year thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the effectiveness of the pilot program under this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual Review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out an annual review of the commercial use of locks and make any necessary adjustments to lock operations based on that review.<page>128 STAT. 1224</page></content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority to accept funds under this section shall terminate 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1018">SEC. 1018. </num><heading>CREDIT FOR IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 221(a)(4) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/a/4">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(a)(4)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subparagraph (A), in the matter preceding clause (i), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or a project under an environmental infrastructure assistance program”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“law”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“In any case”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Construction</inline>.—</heading><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In any case in which the non-Federal interest is to receive credit under subparagraph (A) for the cost of construction carried out by the non-Federal interest before execution of a partnership agreement and that construction has not been carried out as of November 8, 2007, the Secretary and the non-Federal interest shall enter into an agreement under which the non-Federal interest shall carry out such work and shall do so prior to the non-Federal interest initiating construction or issuing a written notice to proceed for the construction.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>Construction that is carried out after the execution of an agreement to carry out work described in subclause (I) and any design activities that are required for that construction, even if the design activity is carried out prior to the execution of the agreement to carry out work, shall be eligible for credit.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Planning</inline>.—</heading><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In any case in which the non-Federal interest is to receive credit under subparagraph (A) for the cost of planning carried out by the non-Federal interest before execution of a feasibility cost-sharing agreement, the Secretary and the non-Federal interest shall enter into an agreement under which the non-Federal interest shall carry out such work and shall do so prior to the non-Federal interest initiating that planning.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>Planning that is carried out by the non-Federal interest after the execution of an agreement to carry out work described in subclause (I) shall be eligible for credit.”</content> </subclause> </clause> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in subparagraph (D)(iii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“sections 101 and 103”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“sections 101(a)(2) and 103(a)(1)(A) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211/a/2">33 U.S.C. 2211(a)(2)</ref>; <ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2213/a/1/A">33 U.S.C. 2213(a)(1)(A)</ref>)”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraph (E) as subparagraph (H);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subparagraph (D) the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Analysis of costs and benefits</inline>.—</heading><content>In the evaluation of the costs and benefits of a project, the Secretary <page>128 STAT. 1225</page>shall not consider construction carried out by a non-Federal interest under this subsection as part of the future without project condition.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Transfer of credit between separable elements of a project</inline>.—</heading><content>Credit for in-kind contributions provided by a non-Federal interest that are in excess of the non-Federal cost share for an authorized separable element of a project may be applied toward the non-Federal cost share for a different authorized separable element of the same project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> “(G)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application of credit</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>To the extent that credit for in-kind contributions, as limited by subparagraph (D), and credit for required land, easements, rights-of-way, dredged material disposal areas, and relocations provided by the non-Federal interest exceed the non-Federal share of the cost of construction of a project other than a navigation project, the Secretary, subject to the availability of funds, shall enter into a reimbursement agreement with the non-Federal interest, which shall be in addition to a partnership agreement under subparagraph (A), to reimburse the difference to the non-Federal interest.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Priority</inline>.—</heading><content>If appropriated funds are insufficient to cover the full cost of all requested reimbursement agreements under clause (i), the Secretary shall enter into reimbursement agreements in the order in which requests for such agreements are received.”</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (H) (as redesignated by paragraph (4))—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in clause (i) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, and to water resources projects authorized prior to the date of enactment of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/pl/99/662">Public Law 99–662</ref>), if correction of design deficiencies is necessary”</quotedText> before the period at the end; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> clause (ii) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization as addition to other authorizations</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority of the Secretary to provide credit for in-kind contributions pursuant to this paragraph shall be in addition to any other authorization to provide credit for in-kind contributions and shall not be construed as a limitation on such other authorization.<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote> The Secretary shall apply the provisions of this paragraph, in lieu of provisions under other crediting authority, only if so requested by the non-Federal interest.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2003(e) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, or construction of design deficiency corrections on the project,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“construction on the project”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, or under which construction of the project has not been completed and the work to be performed by <page>128 STAT. 1226</page>the non-Federal interests has not been carried out and is creditable only toward any remaining non-Federal cost share,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“has not been initiated”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">42 USC</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">1962d–5b note.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) take effect on November 8, 2007.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5">42 USC 1962d–5</ref></p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">note.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall update any guidance or regulations for carrying out section 221(a)(4) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/a/4">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(a)(4)</ref>) (as amended by subsection (a)) that are in existence on the date of enactment of this Act or issue new guidelines, as determined to be appropriate by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any guidance, regulations, or guidelines updated or issued under paragraph (1) shall include, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the milestone for executing an in-kind memorandum of understanding for construction by a non-Federal interest;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>criteria and procedures for evaluating a request to execute an in-kind memorandum of understanding for construction by a non-Federal interest that is earlier than the milestone under subparagraph (A) for that execution; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>criteria and procedures for determining whether work carried out by a non-Federal interest is integral to a project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public and stakeholder participation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Before issuing any new or revised guidance, regulations, or guidelines or any subsequent updates to those documents, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with affected non-Federal interests;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p></sidenote><content>publish the proposed guidelines developed under this subsection in the Federal Register; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>provide the public with an opportunity to comment on the proposed guidelines.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">42 USC</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">1962d–5b note.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Other Credit</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in section 221(a)(4) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/a/4">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(a)(4)</ref>) (as amended by subsection (a)) affects any eligibility for credit under section 104 of the Water Resources Development of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2214">33 U.S.C. 2214</ref>) that was approved by the Secretary prior to the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1019">SEC. 1019. </num><heading>CLARIFICATION OF IN-KIND CREDIT AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Cost Share</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 7007 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1277">121 Stat. 1277</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, on, or after”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“before”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (d) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Treatment of Credit Between Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>The value of any land, easements, rights-of-way, relocations, and dredged material disposal areas and the costs of planning, design, and construction work provided by the non-Federal interest that exceed the non-Federal cost share for a study or project under this title may be applied toward the non-Federal cost share for any other study or project carried out under this title.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<page>128 STAT. 1227</page><quotedContent><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Study or Project</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>‘study or project’</term> includes any eligible activity that is—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>carried out pursuant to the coastal Louisiana ecosystem science and technology program authorized under section 7006(a); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>in accordance with the restoration plan.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Louisiana.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in coordination with any relevant agencies of the State of Louisiana, shall establish a process by which to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a)(2).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by subsection (a) take effect on November 8, 2007.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1020">SEC. 1020. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2223">33 USC 2223</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TRANSFER OF EXCESS CREDIT.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary may apply credit for in-kind contributions provided by a non-Federal interest that are in excess of the required non-Federal cost share for a water resources development study or project toward the required non-Federal cost share for a different water resources development study or project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restrictions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except for subsection (a)(4)(D)(i) of that section, the requirements of section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b</ref>) (as amended by section 1018(a)) shall apply to any credit under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Credit in excess of the non-Federal share for a study or project may be approved under this section only if—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>the non-Federal interest submits a comprehensive plan to the Secretary that identifies—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the studies and projects for which the non-Federal interest intends to provide in-kind contributions for credit that are in excess of the non-Federal cost share for the study or project; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the authorized studies and projects to which that excess credit would be applied;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the Secretary approves the comprehensive plan; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the total amount of credit does not exceed the total non-Federal share for the studies and projects in the approved comprehensive plan.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In evaluating a request to apply credit in excess of the non-Federal share for a study or project toward a different study or project, the Secretary shall consider whether applying that credit will—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>help to expedite the completion of a project or group of projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>reduce costs to the Federal Government; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>aid the completion of a project that provides significant flood risk reduction or environmental benefits.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority provided in this section shall terminate 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deadlines</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and once every 2 years <page>128 STAT. 1228</page>thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available an interim report on the use of the authority under this section.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Final report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a final report on the use of the authority under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The reports described in paragraph (1) shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a description of the use of the authority under this section during the reporting period;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>an assessment of the impact of the authority under this section on the time required to complete projects; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>an assessment of the impact of the authority under this section on other water resources projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1021">SEC. 1021. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2224">33 USC 2224</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CREDITING AUTHORITY FOR FEDERALLY AUTHORIZED NAVIGATION PROJECTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> A non-Federal interest may carry out operation and maintenance activities for an authorized navigation project, subject to the condition that the non-Federal interest complies with all Federal laws and regulations applicable to such operation and maintenance activities, and may receive credit for the costs incurred by the non-Federal interest in carrying out such activities towards the share of construction costs of that non-Federal interest for another element of the same project or another authorized navigation project, except that in no instance may such credit exceed 20 percent of the total costs associated with construction of the general navigation features of the project for which such credit may be applied pursuant to this section.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1022">SEC. 1022. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2225">33 USC 2225</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CREDIT IN LIEU OF REIMBURSEMENT.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requests for Credits</inline>.—</heading><content>With respect to an authorized flood damage reduction project, or separable element thereof, that has been constructed by a non-Federal interest under section 211 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–13">33 U.S.C. 701b–13</ref>) before the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary may provide to the non-Federal interest, at the request of the non-Federal interest, a credit in an amount equal to the estimated Federal share of the cost of the project or separable element, in lieu of providing to the non-Federal interest a reimbursement in that amount.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application of Credits</inline>.—</heading><content>At the request of the non-Federal interest, the Secretary may apply such credit to the share of the cost of the non-Federal interest of carrying out other flood damage reduction projects or studies.</content> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1023">SEC. 1023. </num><heading>ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 902 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2280">33 U.S.C. 2280</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—<page>128 STAT. 1229</page></chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“In order to insure”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(a) <headingText class="small-caps">In General.—</headingText>In order to insure”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contributions by Non-Federal Interests</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subsection (a), in accordance with section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 U.S.C. 701h</ref>), the Secretary may accept funds from a non-Federal interest for any authorized water resources development project that has exceeded its maximum cost under subsection (a), and use such funds to carry out such project, if the use of such funds does not increase the Federal share of the cost of such project.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1024">SEC. 1024. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2325a">33 USC 2325a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT AND USE MATERIALS AND SERVICES.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary is authorized to accept and use materials and services contributed by a non-Federal public entity, a nonprofit entity, or a private entity for the purpose of repairing, restoring, or <amendingAction type="substitute">replacing</amendingAction> a water resources development project that has been damaged or destroyed as a result of an emergency if the Secretary determines that the acceptance and use of such materials and services is in the public interest.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>Any entity that contributes materials or services under subsection (a) shall not be eligible for credit or reimbursement for the value of such materials or services.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 60 days after initiating an activity under this section, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that includes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a description of the activities undertaken, including the costs associated with the activities; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a comprehensive description of how the activities are necessary for maintaining a safe and reliable water resources project.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1025">SEC. 1025. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2226">33 USC 2226</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>WATER RESOURCES PROJECTS ON FEDERAL LAND.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary may carry out an authorized water resources development project on Federal land that is under the administrative jurisdiction of another Federal agency where the cost of the acquisition of such Federal land has been paid for by the non-Federal interest for the project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">MOU Required</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may carry out a project pursuant to subsection (a) only after the non-Federal interest has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Federal agency that includes such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be necessary.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section alters any non-Federal cost-sharing requirements for the project.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1026">SEC. 1026. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2227">33 USC 2227</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CLARIFICATION OF IMPACTS TO OTHER FEDERAL FACILITIES.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> In any case where the modification or construction of a water resources development project carried out by the Secretary adversely impacts other Federal facilities, the Secretary may accept from other Federal agencies such funds as may be necessary to address the adverse impact, including by removing, relocating, or reconstructing those facilities.<page>128 STAT. 1230</page></content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1027">SEC. 1027. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426e–2">33 USC 426e–2</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CLARIFICATION OF MUNITION DISPOSAL AUTHORITIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may implement any response action the Secretary determines to be necessary at a site where—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the Secretary has carried out a project under civil works authority of the Secretary that includes placing sand on a beach; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>as a result of the project described in paragraph (1), military munitions that were originally released as a result of Department of Defense activities are deposited on the beach, posing a threat to human health or the environment.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Response Action Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>A response action described in subsection (a) shall be funded from amounts made available to the agency within the Department of Defense responsible for the original release of the munitions.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1028">SEC. 1028. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283b">33 USC 2283b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CLARIFICATION OF MITIGATION AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out measures to improve fish species habitat within the boundaries and downstream of a water resources project constructed by the Secretary that includes a fish hatchery if the Secretary—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>has been explicitly authorized to compensate for fish losses associated with the project; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>determines that the measures are—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>feasible;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>consistent with authorized project purposes and the fish hatchery; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>in the public interest.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost Sharing</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraph (2), the non-Federal interest shall contribute 35 percent of the total cost of carrying out activities under this section, including the costs relating to the provision or acquisition of required land, easements, rights-of-way, dredged material disposal areas, and relocations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and maintenance</inline>.—</heading><content>The non-Federal interest shall contribute 100 percent of the costs of operation, maintenance, replacement, repair, and rehabilitation of the measures carried out under this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1029">SEC. 1029. </num><heading>CLARIFICATION OF INTERAGENCY SUPPORT AUTHORITIES.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 234 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2323a">33 U.S.C. 2323a</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“other Federal agencies,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Federal departments or agencies, nongovernmental organizations,”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (b), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or foreign governments”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“organizations”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in subsection (c), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and restoration”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“protection”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in the first sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“There is”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(1) <headingText class="small-caps">In general</headingText>.—There is”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>in the second sentence—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Secretary”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(2) <headingText class="small-caps">Acceptance of funds</headingText>.—The Secretary”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“other Federal agencies,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Federal departments or agencies, nongovernmental organizations,”</quotedText>.<page>128 STAT. 1231</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1030">SEC. 1030. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s400">33 USC 400</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CONTINUING AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Continuing Authority Programs</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of continuing authority program project</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection, the term <term>“continuing authority program”</term> means 1 of the following authorities:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701s">33 U.S.C. 701s</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Section 111 of the River and Harbor Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i">33 U.S.C. 426i</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330">33 U.S.C. 2330</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Section 1135 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a">33 U.S.C. 2309a</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>Section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>Section 3 of the Act of August 13, 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426g">33 U.S.C. 426g</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>Section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701r">33 U.S.C. 701r</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="H"> (H) </num><content>Section 103 of the River and Harbor Act of 1962 (<ref href="/us/pl/87/874">Public Law 87–874</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/76/1178">76 Stat. 1178</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>Section 204(e) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326/e">33 U.S.C. 2326(e)</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="J"> (J) </num><content>Section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–8a">33 U.S.C. 701b–8a</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="K"> (K) </num><content>Section 104(a) of the River and Harbor Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s610/a">33 U.S.C. 610(a)</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Criteria.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register and on a publicly available website, the criteria the Secretary uses for prioritizing annual funding for continuing authority program projects.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act and each year thereafter, the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register and on a publicly available website, a report on the status of each continuing authority program, which, at a minimum, shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the name and a short description of each active continuing authority program project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the cost estimate to complete each active project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the funding available in that fiscal year for each continuing authority program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Congressional notification</inline>.—</heading><content>On publication in the Federal Register under paragraphs (2) and (3), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a copy of all information published under those paragraphs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Small River and Harbor Improvement Projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$35,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (b), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$7,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.<page>128 STAT. 1232</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Shore Damage Prevention or Mitigation</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 111(c) of the River and Harbor Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i/c">33 U.S.C. 426i(c)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Regional Sediment Management</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326">33 U.S.C. 2326</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in subsection (c)(1)(C), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in subsection (g), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$30,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2037 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1094">121 Stat. 1094</ref>)<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326">33 USC 2326 note</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendment made by subsection (a) shall not apply to any project authorized under this Act if a report of the Chief of Engineers for the project was completed prior to the date of enactment of this Act.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Small Flood Control Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701s">33 U.S.C. 701s</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the third sentence by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$7,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Modifications for Improvement of Environment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 1135(d) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a/d">33 U.S.C. 2309a(d)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in the second sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Not more than 80 percent of the non-Federal share may be”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The non-Federal share may be provided”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in the third sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 206(d) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330/d">33 U.S.C. 2330(d)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> (h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Floodplain Management Services</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 206(d) of the Flood Control Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s709a/d">33 U.S.C. 709a(d)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$15,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Emergency Streambank and Shoreline Protection</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701r">33 U.S.C. 701r</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$15,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$20,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$1,500,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1031">SEC. 1031. </num><heading>TRIBAL PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 203 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2269">33 U.S.C. 2269</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)(1)(B)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The ability”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The ability”</content> </clause> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Guidance.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Determination</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this clause, the Secretary shall issue guidance on the procedures described in clause (i).”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (e) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restrictions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary is authorized to carry out activities under this section for fiscal years 2015 through 2024.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.<page>128 STAT. 1233</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2339a">33 USC 2339a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperative Agreements With Indian Tribes</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may enter into a cooperative agreement with an Indian tribe (or a designated representative of an Indian tribe) to carry out authorized activities of the Corps of Engineers to protect fish, wildlife, water quality, and cultural resources.</content> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1032">SEC. 1032. </num><heading>TERRITORIES OF THE UNITED STATES.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 1156 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2310">33 U.S.C. 2310</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Secretary shall waive”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(a) <headingText class="small-caps">In General</headingText>.—The Secretary shall waive”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (a) (as so designated), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Puerto Rico,”</quotedText> before <quotedText>“and the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inflation Adjustment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall adjust the dollar amount specified in subsection (a) for inflation for the period beginning on November 17, 1986, and ending on the date of enactment of this subsection.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1033">SEC. 1033. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2350">33 USC 2350</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CORROSION PREVENTION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>To the greatest extent practicable, the Secretary shall encourage and incorporate corrosion prevention activities at water resources development projects.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary, to the greatest extent practicable, shall ensure that contractors performing work for water resources development projects—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>use best practices to carry out corrosion prevention activities in the field;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>use industry-recognized standards and corrosion mitigation and prevention methods when—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>determining protective coatings;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>selecting materials; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>determining methods of cathodic protection, design, and engineering for corrosion prevention;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>use certified coating application specialists and cathodic protection technicians and engineers;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>use best practices in environmental protection to prevent environmental degradation and to ensure careful handling of all hazardous materials;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>demonstrate a history of employing industry-certified inspectors to ensure adherence to best practices and standards; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>demonstrate a history of compliance with applicable requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Corrosion Prevention Activities Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>“corrosion prevention activities”</term> means—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the application and inspection of protective coatings for complex work involving steel and cementitious structures, including structures that will be exposed in immersion;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the installation, testing, and inspection of cathodic protection systems; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any other activities related to corrosion prevention the Secretary determines appropriate.<page>128 STAT. 1234</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1034">SEC. 1034. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2314b">33 USC 2314b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ADVANCED MODELING TECHNOLOGIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the greatest extent practicable, the Secretary shall encourage and incorporate advanced modeling technologies, including 3-dimensional digital modeling, that can expedite project delivery or improve the evaluation of water resources development projects that receive Federal funding by—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>accelerating and improving the environmental review process;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>increasing effective public participation;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>enhancing the detail and accuracy of project designs;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>increasing safety;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>accelerating construction and reducing construction costs; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>otherwise achieving the purposes described in paragraphs (1) through (5).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary, to the greatest extent practicable, shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>compile information related to advanced modeling technologies, including industry best practices with respect to the use of the technologies;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>disseminate to non-Federal interests the information described in paragraph (1); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>promote the use of advanced modeling technologies.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1035">SEC. 1035. </num><heading>RECREATIONAL ACCESS.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Floating Cabin</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term <term>“floating cabin”</term> means a vessel (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t1/s3">section 3 of title 1, United States Code</ref>) that has overnight accommodations.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recreational Access</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall allow the use of a floating cabin on waters under the jurisdiction of the Secretary in the Cumberland River basin if—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>the floating cabin—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>is in compliance with regulations for recreational vessels issued under <ref href="/us/usc/t46/ch43">chapter 43 of title 46, United States Code</ref>, and section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1322">33 U.S.C. 1322</ref>);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>is located at a marina leased by the Corps of Engineers; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>is maintained by the owner to required health and safety standards; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the Secretary has authorized the use of recreational vessels on such waters.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1036">SEC. 1036. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–15">33 USC 701b–15</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NON-FEDERAL PLANS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FLOOD RISK REDUCTION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If requested by a non-Federal interest, the Secretary shall carry out a locally preferred plan that provides a higher level of protection than a flood risk management project authorized under this Act if the Secretary determines that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the plan is technically feasible and environmentally acceptable; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the benefits of the plan exceed the costs of the plan.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Cost Share</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary carries out a locally preferred plan under subsection (a), the Federal share of the cost of the project shall be not greater than the share as provided by law for elements of the national economic development plan.<page>128 STAT. 1235</page></content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1037">SEC. 1037. </num><heading>HURRICANE AND STORM DAMAGE REDUCTION.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 156 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1976 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5f">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5f</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Secretary”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subsection (a), the Secretary shall, at the request of the non-Federal interest, carry out a study to determine the feasibility of extending the period of nourishment described in subsection (a) for a period not to exceed 15 additional years beyond the maximum period described in subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Plan for Reducing Risk to People and Property</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the review described in subsection (b), the non-Federal interest shall submit to the Secretary a plan for reducing risk to people and property during the life of the project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusion of plan in recommendation to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include the plan described in subsection (a) in the recommendations to Congress described in subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Upon completion of the review described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives any recommendations of the Secretary related to the review; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>include in the subsequent annual report to Congress required under section 7001 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, any recommendations that require specific congressional authorization.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for any existing authorized water resources development project for which the maximum period for nourishment described in subsection (a) will expire within the 5 year-period beginning on the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, that project shall remain eligible for nourishment for an additional 3 years after the expiration of such period.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of Authorized Periodic Nourishment Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall initiate a review of all authorized water resources development projects for which the Secretary is authorized to provide periodic nourishment under section 156 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1976 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5f">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5f</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Scope of review</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the review under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall assess the Federal costs associated with that nourishment authority and the projected benefits of each project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the review under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall issue to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report on the results of that review, including any proposed changes the Secretary may recommend to the nourishment authority.<page>128 STAT. 1236</page> </content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1038">SEC. 1038. </num><heading>REDUCTION OF FEDERAL COSTS FOR HURRICANE AND STORM DAMAGE REDUCTION PROJECTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326">33 U.S.C. 2326</ref>) (as amended by section 1030(d)(1)) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or used in”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“obtained through”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (3)(C), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“for the purposes of improving environmental conditions in marsh and littoral systems, stabilizing stream channels, enhancing shorelines, and supporting State and local risk management adaptation strategies”</quotedText> before the period at the end; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reducing costs</inline>.—</heading><content>To reduce or avoid Federal costs, the Secretary shall consider the beneficial use of dredged material in a manner that contributes to the maintenance of sediment resources in the nearby coastal system.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the subsection designation and heading and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Selection of Dredged Material Disposal Method for Purposes Related to Environmental Restoration or Storm Damage and Flood Reduction</inline>.—</heading><content>”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“in relation to”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedContent>“in relation to—<subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the environmental benefits, including the benefits to the aquatic environment to be derived from the creation of wetlands and control of shoreline erosion; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the flood and storm damage and flood reduction benefits, including shoreline protection, protection against loss of life, and damage to improved property.”</content> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in subsection (e), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>cooperate with any State or group of States in the preparation of a comprehensive State or regional sediment management plan within the boundaries of the State or among States;”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1039">SEC. 1039. </num><heading>INVASIVE SPECIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aquatic Species Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of authorities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Chairman of the Tennessee Valley Authority, and other applicable heads of Federal agencies, shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>carry out a review of existing Federal authorities relating to responding to invasive species, including aquatic weeds, aquatic snails, and other aquatic invasive species, that have an impact on water resources; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><content>based on the review under subparagraph (A), make any recommendations to Congress and applicable State agencies for improving Federal and State laws to more effectively respond to the threats posed by those invasive species.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal investment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1237</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assessment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct an assessment of the Federal costs of, and spending on, aquatic invasive species.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The assessment conducted under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>identification of current Federal spending on, and projected future Federal costs of, operation and maintenance related to mitigating the impacts of aquatic invasive species on federally owned or operated facilities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>identification of current Federal spending on aquatic invasive species prevention;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>analysis of whether spending identified in clause (ii) is adequate for the maintenance and protection of services provided by federally owned or operated facilities, based on the current spending and projected future costs identified in clause (i); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>review of any other aspect of aquatic invasive species prevention or mitigation determined appropriate by the Comptroller General.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report containing the findings of the assessment conducted under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s4701">16 USC 4701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Multiagency effort to slow the spread of asian carp in the upper mississippi and ohio river basins and tributaries</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, in coordination with the Secretary, the Director of the National Park Service, and the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall lead a multiagency effort to slow the spread of Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries by providing technical assistance, coordination, best practices, and support to State and local governments in carrying out activities designed to slow, and eventually eliminate, the threat posed by Asian carp.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Best practices</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, the multiagency effort shall apply lessons learned and best practices such as those described in the document prepared by the Asian Carp Working Group entitled “Management and Control Plan for Bighead, Black, Grass, and Silver Carps in the United States” and dated November 2007, and the document prepared by the Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee entitled “FY 2012 Asian Carp Control Strategy Framework” and dated February 2012.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than December 31 of each year, the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, in coordination with the Secretary, shall submit to the Committee on Appropriations and the Committee <page>128 STAT. 1238</page>on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Natural Resources, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report describing the coordinated strategies established and progress made toward the goals of controlling and eliminating Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>any observed changes in the range of Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries during the 2-year period preceding submission of the report;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>a summary of Federal agency efforts, including cooperative efforts with non-Federal partners, to control the spread of Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>any research that the Director determines could improve the ability to control the spread of Asian carp;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>any quantitative measures that the Director intends to use to document progress in controlling the spread of Asian carp; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>a cross-cut accounting of Federal and non-Federal expenditures to control the spread of Asian carp.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prevention, Great Lakes and Mississippi River Basin</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary is authorized to implement measures recommended in the efficacy study authorized under section 3061 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1121">121 Stat. 1121</ref>) or in interim reports, with any modifications or any emergency measures that the Secretary determines to be appropriate to prevent aquatic nuisance species from dispersing into the Great Lakes by way of any hydrologic connection between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River Basin.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notifications</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall notify the Committees on Environment and Public Works and Appropriations of the Senate and the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure and Appropriations of the House of Representatives any emergency actions taken pursuant to this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prevention and Management</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 104 of the River and Harbor Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s610">33 U.S.C. 610</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in the first sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“There is”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>There is”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in the second sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Local”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Local interests</inline>.—</heading><content>Local”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>in the third sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Costs”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal costs</inline>.—</heading><content>Costs”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1) (as designated by subparagraph (A))—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“control and progressive,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“prevention, control, and progressive”</quotedText>; and<page>128 STAT. 1239</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and aquatic invasive species”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“noxious aquatic plant growths”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (b), in the first sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$15,000,000 annually”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$40,000,000, of which $20,000,000 shall be made available to implement subsection (d), annually”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (c) the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Watercraft Inspection Stations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">State listings.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Secretary may establish watercraft inspection stations in the Columbia River Basin to be located in the States of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington at locations, as determined by the Secretary, with the highest likelihood of preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species at reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The non-Federal share of the cost of constructing, operating, and maintaining watercraft inspection stations described in paragraph (1) (including personnel costs) shall be—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>50 percent; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>provided by the State or local governmental entity in which such inspection station is located.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consult and coordinate with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the States described in paragraph (1);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>Indian tribes; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><chapeau>other Federal agencies, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the Department of Agriculture;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the Department of Energy;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>the Department of Homeland Security;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>the Department of Commerce; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>the Department of the Interior.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Monitoring and Contingency Planning</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this section, the Secretary may—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>carry out risk assessments of water resources facilities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>monitor for aquatic invasive species;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>establish watershed-wide plans for expedited response to an infestation of aquatic invasive species; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>monitor water quality, including sediment cores and fish tissue samples.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1040">SEC. 1040. </num><heading>FISH AND WILDLIFE MITIGATION.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 906 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283">33 U.S.C. 2283</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><chapeau>in the first sentence—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“for damages to ecological resources, including terrestrial and aquatic resources, and”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“mitigate”</quotedText>;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“ecological resources and”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“impact on”</quotedText>; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“without the implementation of mitigation measures”</quotedText> before the period; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before the last sentence the following:<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote> <quotedText>“If the Secretary determines that mitigation to in-kind conditions is not possible, the Secretary shall <page>128 STAT. 1240</page>identify in the report the basis for that determination and the mitigation measures that will be implemented to meet the requirements of this section and the goals of section 307(a)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2317/a/1">33 U.S.C. 2317(a)(1)</ref>).”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>in the heading, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<headingText class="small-caps">Design</headingText>”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<headingText class="small-caps">Selection and design</headingText>”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“select and”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“shall”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“using a watershed approach”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“projects”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>in subparagraph (A), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, at a minimum,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“complies with”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (B)—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> clause (iii);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> clauses (iv) and (v) as clauses (v) and (vi), respectively; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after clause (ii) the following:<quotedContent><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>for projects where mitigation will be carried out by the Secretary—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>a description of the land and interest in land to be acquired for the mitigation plan;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the basis for a determination that the land and interests are available for acquisition; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>a determination that the proposed interest sought does not exceed the minimum interest in land necessary to meet the mitigation requirements for the project;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><chapeau>for projects where mitigation will be carried out through a third party mitigation arrangement in accordance with subsection (i)—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>a description of the third party mitigation instrument to be used; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the basis for a determination that the mitigation instrument can meet the mitigation requirements for the project;”</content> </subclause> </clause> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> “(h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Programmatic Mitigation Plans</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may develop programmatic mitigation plans to address the potential impacts to ecological resources, fish, and wildlife associated with existing or future Federal water resources development projects.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of mitigation plans</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall, to the maximum extent practicable, use programmatic mitigation plans developed in accordance with this subsection to guide the development of a mitigation plan under subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal plans</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall, to the maximum extent practicable and subject to all conditions of this subsection, use programmatic environmental plans developed by a State, a body politic of the State, which derives its powers from a State constitution, a government entity created by State legislation, or a local government, that meet the requirements of this subsection to address the potential environmental impacts of existing or future water resources development projects.<page>128 STAT. 1241</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A programmatic mitigation plan developed by the Secretary or an entity described in paragraph (3) to address potential impacts of existing or future water resources development projects shall, to the maximum extent practicable—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>be developed on a regional, ecosystem, watershed, or statewide scale;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>include specific goals for aquatic resource and fish and wildlife habitat restoration, establishment, enhancement, or preservation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>identify priority areas for aquatic resource and fish and wildlife habitat protection or restoration;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>encompass multiple environmental resources within a defined geographical area or focus on a specific resource, such as aquatic resources or wildlife habitat; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>address impacts from all projects in a defined geographical area or focus on a specific type of project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>The scope of the plan shall be determined by the Secretary or an entity described in paragraph (3), as appropriate, in consultation with the agency with jurisdiction over the resources being addressed in the environmental mitigation plan.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A programmatic environmental mitigation plan may include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>an assessment of the condition of environmental resources in the geographical area covered by the plan, including an assessment of recent trends and any potential threats to those resources;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>an assessment of potential opportunities to improve the overall quality of environmental resources in the geographical area covered by the plan through strategic mitigation for impacts of water resources development projects;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>standard measures for mitigating certain types of impacts;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>parameters for determining appropriate mitigation for certain types of impacts, such as mitigation ratios or criteria for determining appropriate mitigation sites;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>adaptive management procedures, such as protocols that involve monitoring predicted impacts over time and adjusting mitigation measures in response to information gathered through the monitoring;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><content>acknowledgment of specific statutory or regulatory requirements that must be satisfied when determining appropriate mitigation for certain types of resources; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> “(G) </num><content>any offsetting benefits of self-mitigating projects, such as ecosystem or resource restoration and protection.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Process</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Before adopting a programmatic environmental mitigation plan for use under this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><chapeau>for a plan developed by the Secretary—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>make a draft of the plan available for review and comment by applicable environmental resource agencies and the public; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>consider any comments received from those agencies and the public on the draft plan; and<page>128 STAT. 1242</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>for a plan developed under paragraph (3), determine, not later than 180 days after receiving the plan, whether the plan meets the requirements of paragraphs (4) through (6) and was made available for public comment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Integration with other plans</inline>.—</heading><content>A programmatic environmental mitigation plan may be integrated with other plans, including watershed plans, ecosystem plans, species recovery plans, growth management plans, and land use plans.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> “(9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration in project development and permitting</inline>.—</heading><content>If a programmatic environmental mitigation plan has been developed under this subsection, any Federal agency responsible for environmental reviews, permits, or approvals for a water resources development project may use the recommendations in that programmatic environmental mitigation plan when carrying out the responsibilities of the agency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> “(10) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Preservation of existing authorities</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection limits the use of programmatic approaches to reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="11"> “(11) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mitigation for existing projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection requires the Secretary to undertake additional mitigation for existing projects for which mitigation has already been initiated.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Third-party Mitigation Arrangements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligible activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In accordance with all applicable Federal laws (including regulations), mitigation efforts carried out under this section may include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><chapeau>participation in mitigation banking or other third-party mitigation arrangements, such as—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the purchase of credits from commercial or State, regional, or local agency-sponsored mitigation banks; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the purchase of credits from in-lieu fee mitigation programs; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>contributions to statewide and regional efforts to conserve, restore, enhance, and create natural habitats and wetlands if the Secretary determines that the contributions will ensure that the mitigation requirements of this section and the goals of section 307(a)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2317/a/1">33 U.S.C. 2317(a)(1)</ref>) will be met.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusion of other activities</inline>.—</heading><content>The banks, programs, and efforts described in paragraph (1) include any banks, programs, and efforts developed in accordance with applicable law (including regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Terms and conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out natural habitat and wetlands mitigation efforts under this section, contributions to the mitigation effort may—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>take place concurrent with, or in advance of, the commitment of funding to a project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>occur in advance of project construction only if the efforts are consistent with all applicable requirements of Federal law (including regulations) and water resources development planning processes.<page>128 STAT. 1243</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Preference</inline>.—</heading><content>At the request of the non-Federal project sponsor, preference may be given, to the maximum extent practicable, to mitigating an environmental impact through the use of a mitigation bank, in-lieu fee, or other third-party mitigation arrangement, if the use of credits from the mitigation bank or in-lieu fee, or the other third-party mitigation arrangement for the project has been approved by the applicable Federal agency.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283">33 USC 2283 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by subsection (a) shall not apply to a project for which a mitigation plan has been completed as of the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283c">33 USC 2283c</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical Assistance</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may provide technical assistance to States and local governments to establish third-party mitigation instruments, including mitigation banks and in-lieu fee programs, that will help to target mitigation payments to high-priority ecosystem restoration actions.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>In providing technical assistance under this subsection, the Secretary shall give priority to States and local governments that have developed State, regional, or watershed-based plans identifying priority restoration actions.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mitigation instruments</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall seek to ensure any technical assistance provided under this subsection will support the establishment of mitigation instruments that will result in restoration of high-priority areas identified in the plans under paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1041">SEC. 1041. </num><heading>MITIGATION STATUS REPORT.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 2036(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283a">33 U.S.C. 2283a</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (2) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Information included</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reporting the status of all projects included in the report, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>use a uniform methodology for determining the status of all projects included in the report;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>use a methodology that describes both a qualitative and quantitative status for all projects in the report; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>provide specific dates for participation in the consultations required under section 906(d)(4)(B) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283/d/4/B">33 U.S.C. 2283(d)(4)(B)</ref>).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1042">SEC. 1042. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2201">33 USC 2201 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REPORTS TO CONGRESS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary shall complete and submit to Congress by the applicable date required the reports that address public safety and enhanced local participation in project delivery described in subsection (b).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The reports referred to in subsection (a) are the reports required under—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 1043(a)(5);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>section 1046(a)(2)(B);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>section 210(e)(3) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2238/e/3">33 U.S.C. 2238(e)(3)</ref>) (as amended by section 2102(a)); and<page>128 STAT. 1244</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>section 7001.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure To Provide a Completed Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (d), if the Secretary fails to provide a report listed under subsection (b) by the date that is 180 days after the applicable date required for that report, $5,000 shall be reprogrammed from the General Expenses account of the civil works program of the Army Corps of Engineers into the account of the division of the Army Corps of Engineers with responsibility for completing that report.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Subsequent reprogramming</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (d), for each additional week after the date described in paragraph (1) in which a report described in that paragraph remains uncompleted and unsubmitted to Congress, $5,000 shall be reprogrammed from the General Expenses account of the civil works program of the Army Corps of Engineers into the account of the division of the Secretary of the Army with responsibility for completing that report.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For each report, the total amounts reprogrammed under subsection (c) shall not exceed, in any fiscal year, $50,000.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aggregate limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The total amount reprogrammed under subsection (c) in a fiscal year shall not exceed $200,000.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">No Fault of the Secretary</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Amounts shall not be reprogrammed under subsection (c) if the Secretary certifies in a letter to the applicable committees of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a major modification has been made to the content of the report that requires additional analysis for the Secretary to make a final decision on the report;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>amounts have not been appropriated to the agency under this Act or any other Act to carry out the report; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>additional information is required from an entity other than the Corps of Engineers and is not available in a timely manner to complete the report by the deadline.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall not reprogram funds to the General Expenses account of the civil works program of the Corps of Engineers for the loss of the funds.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1043">SEC. 1043. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2201">33 USC 2201 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NON-FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Implementation of Feasibility Studies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish and implement a pilot program to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and project delivery efficiency of allowing non-Federal interests to carry out feasibility studies for flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage reduction, aquatic ecosystem restoration, and coastal harbor and channel and inland navigation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purposes of the pilot program are—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>to identify project delivery and cost-saving alternatives to the existing feasibility study process;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>to evaluate the technical, financial, and organizational efficiencies of a non-Federal interest carrying out a feasibility study of 1 or more projects; and<page>128 STAT. 1245</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>to evaluate alternatives for the decentralization of the project planning, management, and operational decisionmaking process of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary may enter into an agreement with the non-Federal interest for the non-Federal interest to provide full project management control of a feasibility study for a project for—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>flood risk management;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>hurricane and storm damage reduction, including levees, floodwalls, flood control channels, and water control structures;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>coastal harbor and channel and inland navigation; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>aquatic ecosystem restoration.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of non-federal funds</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A non-Federal interest that has entered into an agreement with the Secretary pursuant to subparagraph (A) may use non-Federal funds to carry out the feasibility study.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Credit</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall credit towards the non-Federal share of the cost of construction of a project for which a feasibility study is carried out under this subsection an amount equal to the portion of the cost of developing the study that would have been the responsibility of the Secretary, if the study were carried out by the Secretary, subject to the conditions that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>non-Federal funds were used to carry out the activities that would have been the responsibility of the Secretary;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>the Secretary determines that the feasibility study complies with all applicable Federal laws and regulations; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>the project is authorized by any provision of Federal law enacted after the date on which an agreement is entered into under subparagraph (A).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Transfer of funds</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>After the date on which an agreement is executed pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Secretary may transfer to the non-Federal interest to carry out the feasibility study—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>if applicable, the balance of any unobligated amounts appropriated for the study, except that the Secretary shall retain sufficient amounts for the Corps of Engineers to carry out any responsibilities of the Corps of Engineers relating to the project and pilot program; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>additional amounts, as determined by the Secretary, from amounts made available under paragraph (8), except that the total amount transferred to the non-Federal interest shall not exceed the updated estimate of the Federal share of the cost of the feasibility study.<page>128 STAT. 1246</page></content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include such provisions as the Secretary determines to be necessary in an agreement under subparagraph (A) to ensure that a non-Federal interest receiving Federal funds under this paragraph—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>has the necessary qualifications to administer those funds; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>will comply with all applicable Federal laws (including regulations) relating to the use of those funds.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives on the initiation of each feasibility study under the pilot program.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Auditing</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall regularly monitor and audit each feasibility study carried out by a non-Federal interest under this section to ensure that the use of any funds transferred under subparagraph (C) are used in compliance with the agreement signed under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary may provide technical assistance to the non-Federal interest relating to any aspect of the feasibility study, if the non-Federal interest contracts with the Secretary for the technical assistance and compensates the Secretary for the technical assistance.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed project schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after entering into an agreement under subparagraph (A), each non-Federal interest, to the maximum extent practicable, shall submit to the Secretary a detailed project schedule, based on full funding capability, that lists all deadlines for milestones relating to the feasibility study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection affects the cost-sharing requirement applicable on the day before the date of enactment of this Act to a feasibility study carried out under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report detailing the results of the pilot program carried out under this section, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>a description of the progress of the non-Federal interests in meeting milestones in detailed project schedules developed pursuant to paragraph (3)(G); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>any recommendations of the Secretary concerning whether the program or any component of the program should be implemented on a national basis.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Update</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the <page>128 STAT. 1247</page>Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives an update of the report described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to meet deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary fails to submit a report by the required deadline under this paragraph, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a detailed explanation of why the deadline was missed and a projected date for submission of the report.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>All laws and regulations that would apply to the Secretary if the Secretary were carrying out the feasibility study shall apply to a non-Federal interest carrying out a feasibility study under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority to commence a feasibility study under this subsection terminates on the date that is 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>In addition to any amounts appropriated for a specific project, there is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out the pilot program under this subsection, including the costs of administration of the Secretary, $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Project Implementation Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish and implement a pilot program to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and project delivery efficiency of allowing non-Federal interests to carry out flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage reduction, coastal harbor and channel inland navigation, and aquatic ecosystem restoration projects.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purposes of the pilot program are—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>to identify project delivery and cost-saving alternatives that reduce the backlog of authorized Corps of Engineers projects;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>to evaluate the technical, financial, and organizational efficiencies of a non-Federal interest carrying out the design, execution, management, and construction of 1 or more projects; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>to evaluate alternatives for the decentralization of the project management, design, and construction for authorized Corps of Engineers water resources projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the pilot program, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><chapeau>identify a total of not more than 15 projects for flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage reduction (including levees, floodwalls, flood control channels, and water control structures), coastal harbor and channels, inland navigation, and aquatic ecosystem restoration that have been authorized for construction prior to the date of enactment of this Act, including—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><chapeau>not more than 12 projects that—<page>128 STAT. 1248</page></chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> (aa)</num><subitem class="inline"><num value="AA">(AA) </num><content>have received Federal funds prior to the date of enactment of this Act; or</content> </subitem> <subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="BB"> (BB) </num><content>for more than 2 consecutive fiscal years, have an unobligated funding balance for that project in the Corps of Engineers construction account; and</content> </subitem> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> (bb) </num><content>to the maximum extent practicable, are located in each of the divisions of the Corps of Engineers; and</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>not more than 3 projects that have not received Federal funds in the period beginning on the date on which the project was authorized and ending on the date of enactment of this Act;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives on the identification of each project under the pilot program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>in collaboration with the non-Federal interest, develop a detailed project management plan for each identified project that outlines the scope, budget, design, and construction resource requirements necessary for the non-Federal interest to execute the project, or a separable element of the project;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>on the request of the non-Federal interest, enter into a project partnership agreement with the non-Federal interest for the non-Federal interest to provide full project management control for construction of the project, or a separable element of the project, in accordance with plans approved by the Secretary;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><chapeau>following execution of the project partnership agreement, transfer to the non-Federal interest to carry out construction of the project, or a separable element of the project—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>if applicable, the balance of the unobligated amounts appropriated for the project, except that the Secretary shall retain sufficient amounts for the Corps of Engineers to carry out any responsibilities of the Corps of Engineers relating to the project and pilot program; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>additional amounts, as determined by the Secretary, from amounts made available under paragraph (8), except that the total amount transferred to the non-Federal interest shall not exceed the updated estimate of the Federal share of the cost of construction, including any required design; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> (vi)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><content>regularly monitor and audit each project being constructed by a non-Federal interest under this section to ensure that the construction activities are carried out in compliance with the plans approved by the Secretary and that the construction costs are reasonable.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed project schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after entering into an agreement under subparagraph (A)(iv), each non-Federal interest, to the maximum extent practicable, shall submit to the Secretary a detailed project <page>128 STAT. 1249</page>schedule, based on estimated funding levels, that lists all deadlines for each milestone in the construction of the project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary may provide technical assistance to the non-Federal interest, if the non-Federal interest contracts with and compensates the Secretary for the technical assistance relating to—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>any study, engineering activity, and design activity for construction carried out by the non-Federal interest under this subsection; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>expeditiously obtaining any permits necessary for the project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection affects the cost-sharing requirement applicable on the day before the date of enactment of this Act to a project carried out under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report detailing the results of the pilot program carried out under this subsection, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>a description of the progress of non-Federal interests in meeting milestones in detailed project schedules developed pursuant to paragraph (2)(B); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>any recommendations of the Secretary concerning whether the program or any component of the program should be implemented on a national basis.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Update</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives an update of the report described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to meet deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary fails to submit a report by the required deadline under this paragraph, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a detailed explanation of why the deadline was missed and a projected date for submission of the report.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>All laws and regulations that would apply to the Secretary if the Secretary were carrying out the project shall apply to a non-Federal interest carrying out a project under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority to commence a project under this subsection terminates on the date that is 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>In addition to any amounts appropriated for a specific project, there is authorized <page>128 STAT. 1250</page>to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out the pilot program under this subsection, including the costs of administration of the Secretary, $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1044">SEC. 1044. </num><heading>INDEPENDENT PEER REVIEW.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mandatory Project Studies Subject to Peer Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(a)(3)(A)(i) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/a/3/A/i">33 U.S.C. 2343(a)(3)(A)(i)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$45,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$200,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing of Peer Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2034(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/b">33 U.S.C. 2343(b)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (2) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reasons for timing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Chief of Engineers does not initiate a peer review for a project study at a time described in paragraph (2), the Chief shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>not later than 7 days after the date on which the Chief of Engineers determines not to initiate a peer review—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives of that decision; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>make publicly available, including on the Internet, the reasons for not conducting the review; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>include the reasons for not conducting the review in the decision document for the project study.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment of Panels</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(c) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/c">33 U.S.C. 2343(c)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (4) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Congressional and public notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Following the identification of a project study for peer review under this section, but prior to initiation of the review by the panel of experts, the Chief of Engineers shall, not later than 7 days after the date on which the Chief of Engineers determines to conduct a review—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives of the review conducted under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><chapeau>make publicly available, including on the Internet, information on—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the dates scheduled for beginning and ending the review;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the entity that has the contract for the review; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>the names and qualifications of the panel of experts.”</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendations of Panel</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(f) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/f">33 U.S.C. 2343(f)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public availability and submission to congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>After receiving a report on a project study from a panel of experts under this section, the Chief of Engineers shall make <page>128 STAT. 1251</page>available to the public, including on the Internet, and submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>a copy of the report not later than 7 days after the date on which the report is delivered to the Chief of Engineers; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>a copy of any written response of the Chief of Engineers on recommendations contained in the report not later than 3 days after the date on which the response is delivered to the Chief of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusion in project study</inline>.—</heading><content>A report on a project study from a panel of experts under this section and the written response of the Chief of Engineers shall be included in the final decision document for the project study.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(h)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/h/2">33 U.S.C. 2343(h)(2)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“7 years”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“12 years”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1045">SEC. 1045. </num><heading>REPORT ON SURFACE ELEVATIONS AT DROUGHT AFFECTED LAKES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in coordination with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (referred to in this section as “FERC”), shall initiate an assessment of the effects of drought conditions on lakes managed by the Secretary that are affected by FERC-licensed reservoirs, which shall include an assessment of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>lake levels and rule curves in areas of previous, current, and prolonged drought; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the effect the long-term FERC licenses have on the ability of the Secretary to manage lakes for hydropower generation, navigation, flood protection, water supply, fish and wildlife, and recreation.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, in coordination with the FERC, shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report on the assessment carried out under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1046">SEC. 1046. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2319">33 USC 2319 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RESERVOIR OPERATIONS AND WATER SUPPLY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Dam Optimization</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of project</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term <term>“project”</term> means a water resources development project that is operated and maintained by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assessment of water supply in arid regions</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct an assessment of the management practices, priorities, and authorized purposes at Corps of Engineers reservoirs in arid regions to determine the effects of such practices, priorities, and purposes on water supply during periods of drought.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The assessment under clause (i) shall identify actions that can be carried out within the scope of existing authorities of the Secretary to increase project flexibility for the purpose of mitigating drought impacts.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit <page>128 STAT. 1252</page>to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report on the results of the assessment.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Updated report</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall update and make publicly available the report entitled “Authorized and Operating Purposes of Corps of Engineers Reservoirs” and dated July 1992, which was produced pursuant to section 311 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/stat/104/4639">104 Stat. 4639</ref>).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The updated report described in clause (i) shall—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><chapeau>include—</chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> (aa) </num><content>the date on which the most recent review of project operations was conducted and any recommendations of the Secretary relating to that review the Secretary determines to be significant;</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> (bb) </num><content>the activities carried out pursuant to each such review to improve the efficiency of operations and maintenance and to improve project benefits consistent with authorized purposes;</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="cc"> (cc) </num><content>the degree to which reviews of project operations and subsequent activities pursuant to completed reviews complied with the policies and requirements of applicable law and regulations; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="dd"> (dd) </num><chapeau>a plan for reviewing the operations of individual projects, including a detailed schedule for future reviews of project operations, that—</chapeau><subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658131" class="indent6 fontsize10"><num value="AA"> (AA) </num><content>complies with the polices and requirements of applicable law and regulations;</content> </subitem> <subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658131" class="indent6 fontsize10"><num value="BB"> (BB) </num><content>gives priority to reviews and activities carried out pursuant to such plan where the Secretary determines that there is support for carrying out those reviews and activities; and</content> </subitem> <subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658131" class="indent6 fontsize10"><num value="CC"> (CC) </num><content>ensures that reviews and activities are carried out pursuant to such plan;</content> </subitem> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>be coordinated with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies and those public and private entities that the Secretary determines may be affected by those reviews or activities;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>not supersede or modify any written agreement between the Federal Government and a non-Federal interest that is in effect on the date of enactment of this Act;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> (IV) </num><content>not supersede or authorize any amendment to a multistate water control plan, including the Missouri River Master Water Control Manual (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act);<page>128 STAT. 1253</page></content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> (V) </num><content>not affect any water right in existence on the date of enactment of this Act;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VI"> (VI) </num><content>not preempt or affect any State water law or interstate compact governing water;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VII"> (VII) </num><content>not affect any authority of a State, as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act, to manage water resources within that State; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VIII"> (VIII) </num><content>comply with section 301 of the Water Supply Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b">43 U.S.C. 390b</ref>).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">General accountability office report to congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><chapeau>conduct an audit to determine—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>whether reviews of project operations carried out by the Secretary prior to the date of enactment of this Act complied with the policies and requirements of applicable law and regulations; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>whether the plan developed by the Secretary pursuant to paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(I)(dd) complies with this subsection and with the policies and requirements of applicable law and regulation; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, submit to Congress a report that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>summarizes the results of the audit required by subparagraph (A);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>includes an assessment of whether existing practices for managing and reviewing project operations could result in greater efficiencies that would enable the Corps of Engineers to better prepare for, contain, and respond to flood, storm, and drought conditions; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><content>includes recommendations for improving the review of project operations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of such operations and to better achieve authorized purposes while enhancing overall project benefits.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interagency and cooperative agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may enter into interagency agreements with other Federal agencies and cooperative agreements with non-Federal entities to carry out this subsection and reviews of project operations or activities resulting from those reviews.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may use to carry out this subsection, including any reviews of project operations identified in the plan developed under paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(I)(dd), amounts made available to the Secretary.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Funding from other sources</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may accept and expend amounts from non-Federal entities and other Federal agencies to carry out this subsection and reviews of project operations or activities resulting from those reviews.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect of subsection</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection changes the authorized purpose of any Corps of Engineers dam or reservoir.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may carry out any recommendations and activities under this subsection pursuant to existing law.<page>128 STAT. 1254</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b–1">43 USC 390b–1</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Improving Planning and Administration of Water Supply Storage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For each water supply feature of a reservoir managed by the Secretary, the Secretary shall notify the applicable non-Federal interests before each fiscal year of the anticipated operation and maintenance activities for that fiscal year and each of the subsequent 4 fiscal years (including the cost of those activities) for which the non-Federal interests are required to contribute amounts.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Clarification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The information provided to a non-Federal interest under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>be an estimate which the non-Federal interest may use for planning purposes; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>not be construed as or relied upon by the non-Federal interest as the actual amounts that the non-Federal interest will be required to contribute.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Surplus Water Storage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall not charge a fee for surplus water under a contract entered into pursuant to section 6 of the Act of December 22, 1944 (commonly known as the “Flood Control Act of 1944”) (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s708">33 U.S.C. 708</ref>) if the contract is for surplus water stored in the Upper Missouri Mainstem Reservoirs.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Offset</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recission.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subparagraph (B), of any amounts made available to the Secretary to carry out activities under the heading “<inline class="small-caps">operation and maintenance</inline>” under the heading “<inline class="small-caps">Corps of Engineers–Civil</inline>” that remain unobligated as of the date of enactment of this Act, $5,000,000 is rescinded.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restriction</inline>.—</heading><content>No amounts that have been designated by Congress as being for emergency requirements pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (<ref href="/us/usc/t2/s901/b/2/A/i">2 U.S.C. 901(b)(2)(A)(i)</ref>) shall be rescinded under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Expiration date.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The limitation provided under paragraph (1) shall expire on the date that is 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this subsection—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>affects the authority of the Secretary under <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s2695">section 2695 of title 10, United States Code</ref>, to accept funds or to cover the administrative expenses relating to certain real property transactions; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>affects the application of section 6 of the Act of December 22, 1944 (commonly known as the “Flood Control Act of 1944”) (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s708">33 U.S.C. 708</ref>) to surplus water stored outside of the Upper Missouri Mainstem Reservoirs.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Future Water Supply</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 301 of the Water Supply Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b">43 U.S.C. 390b</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsections (c) and (d) as subsections (d) and (e), respectively; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (b) the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Release of Future Water Storage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment of 10-year plans for the utilization of future storage</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For the period beginning 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph and ending <page>128 STAT. 1255</page>on January 1, 2016, the Secretary may accept from a State or local interest a plan for the utilization of allocated water storage for future use under this Act.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A plan submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>a 10-year timetable for the conversion of future use storage to present use; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>a schedule of actions that the State or local interest agrees to carry out over a 10-year period, in cooperation with the Secretary, to seek new and alternative users of future water storage that is contracted to the State or local interest on the date of enactment of this paragraph.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Future water storage</inline>.—</heading><content>For water resource development projects managed by the Secretary, a State or local interest that the Secretary determines has complied with paragraph (1) may request from the Secretary a release to the United States of any right of the State or local interest to future water storage under this Act that was allocated for future use water supply prior to November 17, 1986.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after receiving a request under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall provide to the applicable State or local interest a written decision on whether the Secretary recommends releasing future water storage rights.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendation</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary recommends releasing future water storage rights, the Secretary shall include that recommendation in the annual plan submitted under section 7001 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Savings clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection authorizes the Secretary to release a State or local interest from a contractual obligation unless specifically authorized by Congress.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1047">SEC. 1047. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2328a">33 USC 2328a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SPECIAL USE PERMITS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special Use Permits</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may issue special permits for uses such as group activities, recreation events, motorized recreation vehicles, and such other specialized recreation uses as the Secretary determines to be appropriate, subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be in the best interest of the Federal Government.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fees</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary may—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>establish and collect fees associated with the issuance of the permits described in paragraph (1); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>accept in-kind services in lieu of those fees.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Outdoor recreation equipment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may establish and collect fees for the provision of outdoor recreation equipment and services for activities described in paragraph (1) at public recreation areas located at lakes and reservoirs operated by the Corps of Engineers.<page>128 STAT. 1256</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of fees</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any fees generated pursuant to this subsection shall be—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>retained at the site collected; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>available for use, without further appropriation, solely for administering the special permits under this subsection and carrying out related operation and maintenance activities at the site at which the fees are collected.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperative Management</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Program</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to subparagraph (B), the Secretary may enter into an agreement with a State or local government to provide for the cooperative management of a public recreation area if—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><chapeau>the public recreation area is located—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>at a lake or reservoir operated by the Corps of Engineers; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>adjacent to or near a State or local park or recreation area; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that cooperative management between the Corps of Engineers and a State or local government agency of a portion of the Corps of Engineers recreation area or State or local park or recreation area will allow for more effective and efficient management of those areas.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restriction</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may not transfer administration responsibilities for any public recreation area operated by the Corps of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Acquisition of goods and services</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may acquire from or provide to a State or local government with which the Secretary has entered into a cooperative agreement under paragraph (1) goods and services to be used by the Secretary and the State or local government in the cooperative management of the areas covered by the agreement.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may enter into 1 or more cooperative management agreements or such other arrangements as the Secretary determines to be appropriate, including leases or licenses, with non-Federal interests to share the costs of operation, maintenance, and management of recreation facilities and natural resources at recreation areas that are jointly managed and funded under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of Funds</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary determines that it is in the public interest for purposes of enhancing recreation opportunities at Corps of Engineers water resources development projects, the Secretary may use funds made available to the Secretary to support activities carried out by State, local, and tribal governments and such other public or private nonprofit entities as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperative agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>Any use of funds pursuant to this subsection shall be carried out through the execution of a cooperative agreement, which shall contain such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be necessary in the public interest.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Services of Volunteers</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/pl/98/63/tI/chIV">Chapter IV of title I of Public Law 98–63</ref> (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s569c">33 U.S.C. 569c</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the first sentence by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, including expenses relating to uniforms, transportation, <page>128 STAT. 1257</page>lodging, and the subsistence of those volunteers,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“incidental expenses”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Training and Educational Activities</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 213(a) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2339">33 U.S.C. 2339</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“at”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“about”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1048">SEC. 1048. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s6804">16 USC 6804 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL NATIONAL PARKS AND FEDERAL RECREATIONAL LANDS PASS PROGRAM.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> The Secretary may participate in the America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass program in the same manner as the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Forest Service, and the Bureau of Reclamation, including the provision of free annual passes to active duty military personnel and dependents.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1049">SEC. 1049. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1361">33 USC 1361 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>APPLICABILITY OF SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL, AND COUNTERMEASURE RULE.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Administrator”</term> means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Farm</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“farm”</term> has the meaning given the term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.2">section 112.2 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Gallon</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“gallon”</term> means a United States gallon.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Oil</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“oil”</term> has the meaning given the term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.2">section 112.2 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Oil discharge</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“oil discharge”</term> has the meaning given the term <term>“discharge”</term> in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.2">section 112.2 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reportable oil discharge history</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to subparagraph (B), the term <term>“reportable oil discharge history”</term> means a single oil discharge, as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.1/b">section 112.1(b) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations), that exceeds 1,000 gallons or 2 oil discharges, as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.1/b">section 112.1(b) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations), that each exceed 42 gallons within any 12-month period—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>in the 3 years prior to the certification date of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure plan (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.3">section 112.3 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>since becoming subject to <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/p112">part 112 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, if the facility has been in operation for less than 3 years.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“reportable oil discharge history”</term> does not include an oil discharge, as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.1/b">section 112.1(b) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations), that is the result of a natural disaster, an act of war, or terrorism.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Spill prevention, control, and countermeasure rule</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure rule”</term> means the regulation, including amendments, <page>128 STAT. 1258</page>promulgated by the Administrator under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/p112">part 112 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Certification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In implementing the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure rule with respect to any farm, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>require certification by a professional engineer for a farm with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>an individual tank with an aboveground storage capacity greater than 10,000 gallons;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>an aggregate aboveground storage capacity greater than or equal to 20,000 gallons; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>a reportable oil discharge history; or</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>allow certification by the owner or operator of the farm (via self-certification) for a farm with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>an aggregate aboveground storage capacity less than 20,000 gallons and greater than the lesser of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>6,000 gallons; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the adjustment quantity established under subsection (d)(2); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>no reportable oil discharge history; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><chapeau>not require compliance with the rule by any farm—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>with an aggregate aboveground storage capacity greater than 2,500 gallons and less than the lesser of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>6,000 gallons; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the adjustment quantity established under subsection (d)(2); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>no reportable oil discharge history; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>not require compliance with the rule by any farm with an aggregate aboveground storage capacity of less than 2,500 gallons.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Calculation of Aggregate Aboveground Storage Capacity</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of subsection (b), the aggregate aboveground storage capacity of a farm excludes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>all containers on separate parcels that have a capacity that is 1,000 gallons or less; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>all containers holding animal feed ingredients approved for use in livestock feed by the Commissioner of Food and Drugs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall conduct a study to determine the appropriate exemption under paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (b), which shall be not more than 6,000 gallons and not less than 2,500 gallons, based on a significant risk of discharge to water.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Adjustment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date on which the study described in paragraph (1) is complete, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall promulgate a rule to adjust the exemption levels described in paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (b) in accordance with the study.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1050">SEC. 1050. </num><heading>NAMINGS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Tennessee.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Donald G. Waldon Lock and Dam</inline>.—</heading><content>It is the sense of Congress that, at an appropriate time and in accordance with <page>128 STAT. 1259</page>the rules of the Senate and the House of Representatives, to recognize the contributions of Donald G. Waldon, whose selfless determination and tireless work, while serving as administrator of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway for 21 years, contributed greatly to the realization and success of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Compact, that the lock and dam located at mile 357.5 on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway should be known and designated as the “Donald G. Waldon Lock and Dam”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Redesignation of Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 103(c)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/stat/106/4811">106 Stat. 4811</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">References</inline>.—</heading><content>Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the museum and interpretive site referred to in paragraph (1) shall be deemed to be a reference to the “Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Redesignation</inline>.—</heading><content>The lock and dam located in Modoc, Illinois, authorized by the Act of July 3, 1930 (<ref href="/us/stat/46/927">46 Stat. 927</ref>), and commonly known as the Kaskaskia Lock and Dam, is redesignated as the “Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam”.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">References</inline>.—</heading><content>Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the lock and dam referred to in section 1 shall be deemed to be a reference to the “Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1051">SEC. 1051. </num><heading>INTERSTATE WATER AGREEMENTS AND COMPACTS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Water Supply</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 301 of the Water Supply Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b">43 U.S.C. 390b</ref>) (as amended by section 1046(d)) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><content>The Committees of jurisdiction are very concerned about the operation of projects in the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River System and the Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa River System, and further, the Committees of jurisdiction recognize that this ongoing water resources dispute raises serious concerns related to the authority of the Secretary of the Army to allocate substantial storage at projects to provide local water supply pursuant to the Water Supply Act of 1958 absent congressional approval. Interstate water disputes of this nature are more properly addressed through interstate water agreements that take into consideration the concerns of all affected States including impacts to other authorized uses of the projects, water supply for communities and major cities in the region, water quality, freshwater flows to communities, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and bays located downstream of projects, agricultural uses, economic development, and other appropriate concerns. To that end, the Committees of jurisdiction strongly urge the Governors of the affected States to reach agreement on an interstate water compact as soon as possible, and we pledge our commitment to work with the affected States to ensure prompt consideration and approval of any such agreement. Absent such action, the Committees of jurisdiction should consider appropriate legislation to address these matters including any necessary clarifications to <page>128 STAT. 1260</page>the Water Supply Act of 1958 or other law. This subsection does not alter existing rights or obligations under law.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of Congress Regarding Interstate Water Agreements and Compacts</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress finds the following:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>States and local interests have primary responsibility for developing water supplies for domestic, municipal, industrial, and other purposes.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>The Federal Government cooperates with States and local interests in developing water supplies through the construction, maintenance, and operation of Federal water resources development projects.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Interstate water disputes are most properly addressed through interstate water agreements or compacts that take into consideration the concerns of all affected States.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Congress and the Secretary should urge States to reach agreement on interstate water agreements and compacts;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>at the request of the Governor of a State, the Secretary should facilitate and assist in the development of an interstate water agreement or compact;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Congress should provide prompt consideration of interstate water agreements and compacts; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>the Secretary should adopt policies and implement procedures for the operation of reservoirs of the Corps of Engineers that are consistent with interstate water agreements and compacts.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1052">SEC. 1052. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT BILLS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> It is the sense of Congress that, because the missions of the Corps of Engineers are unique and benefit all individuals in the United States and because water resources development projects are critical to maintaining economic prosperity, national security, and environmental protection, Congress should consider a water resources development bill not less than once every Congress.</content> </section>

An Act To provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United States, to provide for the conservation and development of water and related resources, and for other purposes.

June 10, 2014

[H.R. 3080]

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. (a)

33 USC 2201 note.

Short Title.—This Act may be cited as the “Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014”. (b) Table of Contents.— Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. Sec. 2. Definition of Secretary. TITLE I— PROGRAM REFORMS AND STREAMLINING Sec. 1001. Vertical integration and acceleration of studies. Sec. 1002. Consolidation of studies. Sec. 1003. Expedited completion of reports. Sec. 1004. Removal of duplicative analyses. Sec. 1005. Project acceleration. Sec. 1006. Expediting the evaluation and processing of permits. Sec. 1007. Expediting approval of modifications and alterations of projects by non-Federal interests. Sec. 1008. Expediting hydropower at Corps of Engineers facilities. Sec. 1009. Enhanced use of electronic commerce in Federal procurement. Sec. 1010. Determination of project completion. Sec. 1011. Prioritization. Sec. 1012. Transparency in accounting and administrative expenses. Sec. 1013. Evaluation of project Partnership Agreements. Sec. 1014. Study and construction of water resources development projects by non-Federal interests. Sec. 1015. Contributions by non-Federal interests. Sec. 1016. Operation and maintenance of certain projects. Sec. 1017. Acceptance of contributed funds to increase lock operations. Sec. 1018. Credit for in-kind contributions. Sec. 1019. Clarification of in-kind credit authority. Sec. 1020. Transfer of excess credit. Sec. 1021. Crediting authority for federally authorized navigation projects. Sec. 1022. Credit in lieu of reimbursement. Sec. 1023. Additional contributions by non-Federal interests. Sec. 1024. Authority to accept and use materials and services. Sec. 1025. Water resources projects on Federal land. Sec. 1026. Clarification of impacts to other Federal facilities. Sec. 1027. Clarification of munition disposal authorities. Sec. 1028. Clarification of mitigation authority. Sec. 1029. Clarification of interagency support authorities. Sec. 1030. Continuing authority. Sec. 1031. Tribal partnership program. Sec. 1032. Territories of the United States. Sec. 1033. Corrosion prevention. Sec. 1034. Advanced modeling technologies. Sec. 1035. Recreational access. Sec. 1036. Non-Federal plans to provide additional flood risk reduction.128 STAT. 1194 Sec. 1037. Hurricane and storm damage reduction. Sec. 1038. Reduction of Federal costs for hurricane and storm damage reduction projects. Sec. 1039. Invasive species. Sec. 1040. Fish and wildlife mitigation. Sec. 1041. Mitigation status report. Sec. 1042. Reports to Congress. Sec. 1043. Non-Federal implementation pilot program. Sec. 1044. Independent peer review. Sec. 1045. Report on surface elevations at drought affected lakes. Sec. 1046. Reservoir operations and water supply. Sec. 1047. Special use permits. Sec. 1048. America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass program. Sec. 1049. Applicability of spill prevention, control, and countermeasure rule. Sec. 1050. Namings. Sec. 1051. Interstate water agreements and compacts. Sec. 1052. Sense of Congress regarding water resources development bills. TITLE II— NAVIGATION Subtitle A— Inland Waterways Sec. 2001. Definitions. Sec. 2002. Project delivery process reforms. Sec. 2003. Efficiency of revenue collection. Sec. 2004. Inland waterways revenue studies. Sec. 2005. Inland waterways stakeholder roundtable. Sec. 2006. Preserving the Inland Waterway Trust Fund. Sec. 2007. Inland waterways oversight. Sec. 2008. Assessment of operation and maintenance needs of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Sec. 2009. Inland waterways riverbank stabilization. Sec. 2010. Upper Mississippi River protection. Sec. 2011. Corps of Engineers lock and dam energy development. Sec. 2012. Restricted areas at Corps of Engineers dams. Sec. 2013. Operation and maintenance of fuel taxed inland waterways. Subtitle B— Port and Harbor Maintenance Sec. 2101. Funding for harbor maintenance programs. Sec. 2102. Operation and maintenance of harbor projects. Sec. 2103. Consolidation of deep draft navigation expertise. Sec. 2104. Remote and subsistence harbors. Sec. 2105. Arctic deep draft port development partnerships. Sec. 2106. Additional measures at donor ports and energy transfer ports. Sec. 2107. Preserving United States harbors. TITLE III— SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS AND ADDRESSING EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS Subtitle A— Dam Safety Sec. 3001. Dam Safety. Subtitle B— Levee Safety Sec. 3011. Systemwide improvement framework. Sec. 3012. Management of flood risk reduction projects. Sec. 3013. Vegetation management policy. Sec. 3014. Levee certifications. Sec. 3015. Planning assistance to States. Sec. 3016. Levee safety. Sec. 3017. Rehabilitation of existing levees. Subtitle C— Additional Safety Improvements and Risk Reduction Measures Sec. 3021. Use of innovative materials. Sec. 3022. Durability, sustainability, and resilience. Sec. 3023. Study on risk reduction. Sec. 3024. Management of flood, drought, and storm damage. Sec. 3025. Post-disaster watershed assessments. Sec. 3026. Hurricane and storm damage reduction study. Sec. 3027. Emergency communication of risk. Sec. 3028. Safety assurance review. Sec. 3029. Emergency response to natural disasters.128 STAT. 1195 TITLE IV— RIVER BASINS AND COASTAL AREAS Sec. 4001. River basin commissions. Sec. 4002. Mississippi River. Sec. 4003. Missouri River. Sec. 4004. Arkansas River. Sec. 4005. Columbia Basin. Sec. 4006. Rio Grande. Sec. 4007. Northern Rockies headwaters. Sec. 4008. Rural Western water. Sec. 4009. North Atlantic Coastal Region. Sec. 4010. Chesapeake Bay. Sec. 4011. Louisiana coastal area. Sec. 4012. Red River Basin. Sec. 4013. Technical corrections. Sec. 4014. Ocean and coastal resiliency. TITLE V— WATER INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCING Subtitle A— State Water Pollution Control Revolving Funds Sec. 5001. General authority for capitalization grants. Sec. 5002. Capitalization grant agreements. Sec. 5003. Water pollution control revolving loan funds. Sec. 5004. Requirements. Sec. 5005. Report on the allotment of funds. Sec. 5006. Effective date. Subtitle B— General Provisions Sec. 5011. Watershed pilot projects. Sec. 5012. Definition of treatment works. Sec. 5013. Funding for Indian programs. Sec. 5014. Water infrastructure public-private partnership pilot program. Subtitle C— Innovative Financing Pilot Projects Sec. 5021. Short title. Sec. 5022. Definitions. Sec. 5023. Authority to provide assistance. Sec. 5024. Applications. Sec. 5025. Eligible entities. Sec. 5026. Projects eligible for assistance. Sec. 5027. Activities eligible for assistance. Sec. 5028. Determination of eligibility and project selection. Sec. 5029. Secured loans. Sec. 5030. Program administration. Sec. 5031. State, tribal, and local permits. Sec. 5032. Regulations. Sec. 5033. Funding. Sec. 5034. Reports on pilot program implementation. Sec. 5035. Requirements. TITLE VI— DEAUTHORIZATION AND BACKLOG PREVENTION Sec. 6001. Deauthorization of inactive projects. Sec. 6002. Review of Corps of Engineers assets. Sec. 6003. Backlog prevention. Sec. 6004. Deauthorizations. Sec. 6005. Land conveyances. TITLE VII— WATER RESOURCES INFRASTRUCTURE Sec. 7001. Annual report to Congress. Sec. 7002. Authorization of final feasibility studies. Sec. 7003. Authorization of project modifications recommended by the Secretary. Sec. 7004. Expedited consideration in the House and Senate.

SEC. 2.

33 USC 2201 note.

DEFINITION OF SECRETARY. In this Act, the term “Secretary” means the Secretary of the Army.128 STAT. 1196

<num value="I">TITLE I—</num><heading>PROGRAM REFORMS AND STREAMLINING</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1001">SEC. 1001. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282c">33 USC 2282c</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>VERTICAL INTEGRATION AND ACCELERATION OF STUDIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the extent practicable, a feasibility study initiated by the Secretary, after the date of enactment of this Act, under section 905(a) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/a">33 U.S.C. 2282(a)</ref>) shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>result in the completion of a final feasibility report not later than 3 years after the date of initiation;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>have a maximum Federal cost of $3,000,000; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>ensure that personnel from the district, division, and headquarters levels of the Corps of Engineers concurrently conduct the review required under that section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Extension</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Secretary determines that a feasibility study described in subsection (a) will not be conducted in accordance with subsection (a), the Secretary, not later than 30 days after the date of making the determination, shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Cost estimate.</p></sidenote><content>prepare an updated feasibility study schedule and cost estimate;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the non-Federal feasibility cost-sharing partner that the feasibility study has been delayed; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>provide written notice to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives as to the reasons the requirements of subsection (a) are not attainable.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of Authorization</inline>.—</heading><content>A feasibility study for which the Secretary has issued a determination under subsection (b) is not authorized after the last day of the 1-year period beginning on the date of the determination if the Secretary has not completed the study on or before such last day.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding the requirements of subsection (c), the Secretary may extend the timeline of a study by a period not to exceed 3 years, if the Secretary determines that the feasibility study is too complex to comply with the requirements of subsections (a) and (c).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Factors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In making a determination that a study is too complex to comply with the requirements of subsections (a) and (c), the Secretary shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the type, size, location, scope, and overall cost of the project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>whether the project will use any innovative design or construction techniques;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>whether the project will require significant action by other Federal, State, or local agencies;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>whether there is significant public dispute as to the nature or effects of the project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>whether there is significant public dispute as to the economic or environmental costs or benefits of the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>Each time the Secretary makes a determination under this subsection, the Secretary shall provide written notice to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation <page>128 STAT. 1197</page>and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives as to the results of that determination, including an identification of the specific 1 or more factors used in making the determination that the project is complex.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall not extend the timeline for a feasibility study for a period of more than 7 years, and any feasibility study that is not completed before that date shall no longer be authorized.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reviews</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 90 days after the date of the initiation of a study described in subsection (a) for a project, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>take all steps necessary to initiate the process for completing federally mandated reviews that the Secretary is required to complete as part of the study, including the environmental review process under section 1005;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Meeting.</p></sidenote><content>convene a meeting of all Federal, tribal, and State agencies identified under section 2045(e) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2348/e">33 U.S.C. 2348(e)</ref>) that may be required by law to conduct or issue a review, analysis, or opinion on or to make a determination concerning a permit or license for the study; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>take all steps necessary to provide information that will enable required reviews and analyses related to the project to be conducted by other agencies in a thorough and timely manner.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interim Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that describes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the status of the implementation of the planning process under this section, including the number of participating projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a review of project delivery schedules, including a description of any delays on those studies participating in the planning process under this section; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any recommendations for additional authority necessary to support efforts to expedite the feasibility study process for water resource projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Final Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that describes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the status of the implementation of this section, including a description of each feasibility study subject to the requirements of this section;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the amount of time taken to complete each feasibility study; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any recommendations for additional authority necessary to support efforts to expedite the feasibility study process, including an analysis of whether the limitation established by subsection (a)(2) needs to be adjusted to address the impacts of inflation.<page>128 STAT. 1198</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1002">SEC. 1002. </num><heading>CONSOLIDATION OF STUDIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Repeal</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/b">33 U.S.C. 2282(b)</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conforming amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905(a)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/a/1">33 U.S.C. 2282(a)(1)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“perform a reconnaissance study and”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents of Feasibility Reports</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905(a)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/a/2">33 U.S.C. 2282(a)(2)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following: <quotedText>“A feasibility report shall include a preliminary analysis of the Federal interest and the costs, benefits, and environmental impacts of the project.”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Feasibility Studies</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed Project Schedule</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall determine a set of milestones needed for the completion of a feasibility study under this subsection, including all major actions, report submissions and responses, reviews, and comment periods.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed project schedule milestones</inline>.—</heading><content>Each District Engineer shall, to the maximum extent practicable, establish a detailed project schedule, based on full funding capability, that lists all deadlines for milestones relating to feasibility studies in the District developed by the Secretary under paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certified mail.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal interest notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each District Engineer shall submit by certified mail the detailed project schedule under paragraph (2) to each relevant non-Federal interest—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><content>for projects that have received funding from the General Investigations Account of the Corps of Engineers in the period beginning on October 1, 2009, and ending on the date of enactment of this subsection, not later than 180 days after the establishment of milestones under paragraph (1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>for projects for which a feasibility cost-sharing agreement is executed after the establishment of milestones under paragraph (1), not later than 90 days after the date on which the agreement is executed.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Congressional and public notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Beginning in the first full fiscal year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>submit an annual report that lists all detailed project schedules under paragraph (2) and an explanation of any missed deadlines to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>make publicly available, including on the Internet, a copy of the annual report described in subparagraph (A) not later than 14 days after date on which a report is submitted to Congress.<page>128 STAT. 1199</page> </content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to act</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If a District Engineer fails to meet any of the deadlines in the project schedule under paragraph (2), the District Engineer shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><chapeau>not later than 30 days after each missed deadline, submit to the non-Federal interest a report detailing—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>why the District Engineer failed to meet the deadline; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>a revised project schedule reflecting amended deadlines for the feasibility study; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 30 days after each missed deadline, make publicly available, including on the Internet, a copy of the amended project schedule described in subparagraph (A)(ii).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 USC 2282 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall continue to carry out a study for which a reconnaissance level investigation has been initiated before the date of enactment of this Act as if this section, including the amendments made by this section, had not been enacted.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1003">SEC. 1003. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 USC 2282 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EXPEDITED COMPLETION OF REPORTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> The Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>expedite the completion of any on-going feasibility study for a project initiated before the date of enactment of this Act; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>if the Secretary determines that the project is justified in a completed report, proceed directly to preconstruction planning, engineering, and design of the project in accordance with section 910 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2287">33 U.S.C. 2287</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1004">SEC. 1004. </num><heading>REMOVAL OF DUPLICATIVE ANALYSES.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> Section 911 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2288">33 U.S.C. 2288</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1005">SEC. 1005. </num><heading>PROJECT ACCELERATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Acceleration</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2045 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2348">33 U.S.C. 2348</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2045" class="bold ">“SEC. 2045. </num><heading class="bold ">PROJECT ACCELERATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Environmental impact statement</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘environmental impact statement’</term> means the detailed statement of environmental impacts of a project required to be prepared pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Environmental review process</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘environmental review process’</term> means the process of preparing an environmental impact statement, environmental assessment, categorical exclusion, or other document under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) for a project study.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘environmental review process’</term> includes the process for and completion of any environmental permit, approval, review, or study required for a project study under any Federal law other than the <page>128 STAT. 1200</page>National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal jurisdictional agency</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘Federal jurisdictional agency’</term> means a Federal agency with jurisdiction delegated by law, regulation, order, or otherwise over a review, analysis, opinion, statement, permit, license, or other approval or decision required for a project study under applicable Federal laws (including regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal lead agency</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘Federal lead agency’</term> means the Corps of Engineers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘project’</term> means a water resources development project to be carried out by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project sponsor</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘project sponsor’</term> has the meaning given the term <term>‘non-Federal interest’</term> in section 221(b) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(b)</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project study</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘project study’</term> means a feasibility study for a project carried out pursuant to section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>This section—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>shall apply to each project study that is initiated after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 and for which an environmental impact statement is prepared under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>may be applied, to the extent determined appropriate by the Secretary, to other project studies initiated after such date of enactment and for which an environmental review process document is prepared under that Act.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Flexibility</inline>.—</heading><content>Any authority granted under this section may be exercised, and any requirement established under this section may be satisfied, for the conduct of an environmental review process for a project study, a class of project studies, or a program of project studies.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">List of project studies</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall annually prepare, and make publicly available, a separate list of each study that the Secretary has determined—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>meets the standards described in paragraph (1); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>does not have adequate funding to make substantial progress toward the completion of the project study.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include for each project study on the list under subparagraph (A) a description of the estimated amounts necessary to make substantial progress on the project study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Review Process</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall develop and implement a coordinated environmental review process for the development of project studies.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordinated review</inline>.—</heading><content>The coordinated environmental review process described in paragraph (1) shall require that any review, analysis, opinion, statement, permit, license, <page>128 STAT. 1201</page>or other approval or decision issued or made by a Federal, State, or local governmental agency or an Indian tribe for a project study described in subsection (b) be conducted, to the maximum extent practicable, concurrently with any other applicable governmental agency or Indian tribe.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing</inline>.—</heading><content>The coordinated environmental review process under this subsection shall be completed not later than the date on which the Secretary, in consultation and concurrence with the agencies identified under subsection (e), establishes with respect to the project study.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lead Agencies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Joint lead agencies</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>At the discretion of the Secretary and subject to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1506.8">section 1506.8 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations), including the concurrence of the proposed joint lead agency, a project sponsor may serve as the joint lead agency.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project sponsor as joint lead agency</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A project sponsor that is a State or local governmental entity may—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>with the concurrence of the Secretary, serve as a joint lead agency with the Federal lead agency for purposes of preparing any environmental document under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><chapeau>prepare any environmental review process document under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) required in support of any action or approval by the Secretary if—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the Secretary provides guidance in the preparation process and independently evaluates that document;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><chapeau>the project sponsor complies with all requirements applicable to the Secretary under—</chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> “(aa) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>);</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> “(bb) </num><content>any regulation implementing that Act; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="cc"> “(cc) </num><content>any other applicable Federal law; and</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>the Secretary approves and adopts the document before the Secretary takes any subsequent action or makes any approval based on that document, regardless of whether the action or approval of the Secretary results in Federal funding.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall ensure that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the project sponsor complies with all design and mitigation commitments made jointly by the Secretary and the project sponsor in any environmental document prepared by the project sponsor in accordance with this subsection; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>any environmental document prepared by the project sponsor is appropriately supplemented to address any changes to the project the Secretary determines are necessary.<page>128 STAT. 1202</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Adoption and use of documents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any environmental document prepared in accordance with this subsection shall be adopted and used by any Federal agency making any determination related to the project study to the same extent that the Federal agency could adopt or use a document prepared by another Federal agency under—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>parts 1500 through 1508 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Roles and responsibility of lead agency</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to the environmental review process for any project study, the Federal lead agency shall have authority and responsibility—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>to take such actions as are necessary and proper and within the authority of the Federal lead agency to facilitate the expeditious resolution of the environmental review process for the project study; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>to prepare or ensure that any required environmental impact statement or other environmental review document for a project study required to be completed under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) is completed in accordance with this section and applicable Federal law.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Participating and Cooperating Agencies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Identification of jurisdictional agencies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to carrying out the environmental review process for a project study, the Secretary shall identify, as early as practicable in the environmental review process, all Federal, State, and local government agencies and Indian tribes that may—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>have jurisdiction over the project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>be required by law to conduct or issue a review, analysis, opinion, or statement for the project study; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>be required to make a determination on issuing a permit, license, or other approval or decision for the project study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State authority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the environmental review process is being implemented by the Secretary for a project study within the boundaries of a State, the State, consistent with State law, may choose to participate in the process and to make subject to the process all State agencies that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>have jurisdiction over the project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>are required to conduct or issue a review, analysis, opinion, or statement for the project study; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>are required to make a determination on issuing a permit, license, or other approval or decision for the project study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Invitation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency shall invite, as early as practicable in the environmental review process, any agency identified under paragraph (1) to become a participating or cooperating agency, as applicable, in the environmental review process for the project study.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>An invitation to participate issued under subparagraph (A) shall set a deadline by which a response to the invitation shall be submitted, which <page>128 STAT. 1203</page>may be extended by the Federal lead agency for good cause.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Procedures</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1501.6">Section 1501.6 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (as in effect on the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014) shall govern the identification and the participation of a cooperating agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal cooperating agencies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any Federal agency that is invited by the Federal lead agency to participate in the environmental review process for a project study shall be designated as a cooperating agency by the Federal lead agency unless the invited agency informs the Federal lead agency, in writing, by the deadline specified in the invitation that the invited agency—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><clause class="inline"><num value="i">(i)</num><subclause class="inline"><num value="I">(I) </num><content>has no jurisdiction or authority with respect to the project;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>has no expertise or information relevant to the project; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>does not have adequate funds to participate in the project; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>does not intend to submit comments on the project; or</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>does not intend to submit comments on the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>A participating or cooperating agency shall comply with this section and any schedule established under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect of designation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Designation as a participating or cooperating agency under this subsection shall not imply that the participating or cooperating agency—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>supports a proposed project; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>has any jurisdiction over, or special expertise with respect to evaluation of, the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Concurrent reviews</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each participating or cooperating agency shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>carry out the obligations of that agency under other applicable law concurrently and in conjunction with the required environmental review process, unless doing so would prevent the participating or cooperating agency from conducting needed analysis or otherwise carrying out those obligations; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>formulate and implement administrative, policy, and procedural mechanisms to enable the agency to ensure completion of the environmental review process in a timely, coordinated, and environmentally responsible manner.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Programmatic Compliance</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Guidance.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall issue guidance regarding the use of programmatic approaches to carry out the environmental review process that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>eliminates repetitive discussions of the same issues;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>focuses on the actual issues ripe for analyses at each level of review;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>establishes a formal process for coordinating with participating and cooperating agencies, including the creation of a list of all data that is needed to carry out an environmental review process; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><chapeau>complies with—<page>128 STAT. 1204</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>all other applicable laws.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>as the first step in drafting guidance under that paragraph, consult with relevant Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, Indian tribes, and the public on the appropriate use and scope of the programmatic approaches;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>emphasize the importance of collaboration among relevant Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, and Indian tribes in undertaking programmatic reviews, especially with respect to including reviews with a broad geographical scope;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><chapeau>ensure that the programmatic reviews—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>promote transparency, including of the analyses and data used in the environmental review process, the treatment of any deferred issues raised by Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, Indian tribes, or the public, and the temporal and special scales to be used to analyze those issues;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><chapeau>use accurate and timely information in the environmental review process, including—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>criteria for determining the general duration of the usefulness of the review; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the timeline for updating any out-of-date review;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><chapeau>describe—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the relationship between programmatic analysis and future tiered analysis; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the role of the public in the creation of future tiered analysis; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>are available to other relevant Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, Indian tribes, and the public;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>allow not fewer than 60 days of public notice and comment on any proposed guidance; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>address any comments received under subparagraph (D).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordinated Reviews</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination plan</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency shall, after consultation with and with the concurrence of each participating and cooperating agency and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, establish a plan for coordinating public and agency participation in, and comment on, the environmental review process for a project study or a category of project studies.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Incorporation</inline>.—</heading><content>The plan established under clause (i) shall be incorporated into the project schedule milestones set under section 905(g)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282/g/2">33 U.S.C. 2282(g)(2)</ref>).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Schedule</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1205</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>As soon as practicable but not later than 45 days after the close of the public comment period on a draft environmental impact statement, the Federal lead agency, after consultation with and the concurrence of each participating and cooperating agency and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, shall establish, as part of the coordination plan established in subparagraph (A), a schedule for completion of the environmental review process for the project study.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Factors for consideration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing a schedule, the Secretary shall consider factors such as—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the responsibilities of participating and cooperating agencies under applicable laws;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the resources available to the project sponsor, joint lead agency, and other relevant Federal and State agencies, as applicable;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>the overall size and complexity of the project;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> “(IV) </num><content>the overall schedule for and cost of the project; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> “(V) </num><content>the sensitivity of the natural and historical resources that could be affected by the project.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Modifications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>lengthen a schedule established under clause (i) for good cause; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>shorten a schedule only with concurrence of the affected participating and cooperating agencies and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Dissemination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A copy of a schedule established under clause (i) shall be—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>provided to each participating and cooperating agency and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>made available to the public.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Comment deadlines</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Federal lead agency shall establish the following deadlines for comment during the environmental review process for a project study:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Draft environmental impact statements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For comments by Federal and States agencies and the public on a draft environmental impact statement, a period of not more than 60 days after publication in the Federal Register of notice of the date of public availability of the draft environmental impact statement, unless—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>a different deadline is established by agreement of the Federal lead agency, the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, and all participating and cooperating agencies; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the deadline is extended by the Federal lead agency for good cause.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Other environmental review processes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For all other comment periods established by the Federal lead agency for agency or public comments in the environmental review process, a period of not more than 30 days after <page>128 STAT. 1206</page>the date on which the materials on which comment is requested are made available, unless—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>a different deadline is established by agreement of the Federal lead agency, the project sponsor, or joint lead agency, as applicable, and all participating and cooperating agencies; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the deadline is extended by the Federal lead agency for good cause.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notifications.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deadlines for decisions under other laws</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which a decision under any Federal law relating to a project study, including the issuance or denial of a permit or license, is required to be made by the date described in subsection (h)(5)(B)(ii), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>as soon as practicable after the 180-day period described in subsection (h)(5)(B)(ii), an initial notice of the failure of the Federal agency to make the decision; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>every 60 days thereafter until such date as all decisions of the Federal agency relating to the project study have been made by the Federal agency, an additional notice that describes the number of decisions of the Federal agency that remain outstanding as of the date of the additional notice.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Involvement of the public</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection reduces any time period provided for public comment in the environmental review process under applicable Federal law (including regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Transparency reporting</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Database.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reporting requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, the Secretary shall establish and maintain an electronic database and, in coordination with other Federal and State agencies, issue reporting requirements to make publicly available the status and progress with respect to compliance with applicable requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321">42 U.S.C. 4321</ref> et. seq.) and any other Federal, State, or local approval or action required for a project study for which this section is applicable.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Publication.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project study transparency</inline>.—</heading><content>Consistent with the requirements established under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall publish the status and progress of any Federal, State, or local decision, action, or approval required under applicable laws for each project study for which this section is applicable.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> “(h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Issue Identification and Resolution</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency, the cooperating agencies, and any participating agencies shall work cooperatively in accordance with this section to identify and resolve issues that could delay completion of the environmental review process or result in the denial of any approval required for the project study under applicable laws.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal lead agency responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1207</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal lead agency shall make information available to the cooperating agencies and participating agencies as early as practicable in the environmental review process regarding the environmental and socioeconomic resources located within the project area and the general locations of the alternatives under consideration.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Data sources</inline>.—</heading><content>The information under subparagraph (A) may be based on existing data sources, including geographic information systems mapping.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperating and participating agency responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><content>Based on information received from the Federal lead agency, cooperating and participating agencies shall identify, as early as practicable, any issues of concern regarding the potential environmental or socioeconomic impacts of the project, including any issues that could substantially delay or prevent an agency from granting a permit or other approval that is needed for the project study.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Accelerated issue resolution and elevation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Meeting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On the request of a participating or cooperating agency or project sponsor, the Secretary shall convene an issue resolution meeting with the relevant participating and cooperating agencies and the project sponsor or joint lead agency, as applicable, to resolve issues that may—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>delay completion of the environmental review process; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>result in denial of any approval required for the project study under applicable laws.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Meeting date</inline>.—</heading><content>A meeting requested under this paragraph shall be held not later than 21 days after the date on which the Secretary receives the request for the meeting, unless the Secretary determines that there is good cause to extend that deadline.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>On receipt of a request for a meeting under this paragraph, the Secretary shall notify all relevant participating and cooperating agencies of the request, including the issue to be resolved and the date for the meeting.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Elevation of issue resolution</inline>.—</heading><content>If a resolution cannot be achieved within the 30 day-period beginning on the date of a meeting under this paragraph and a determination is made by the Secretary that all information necessary to resolve the issue has been obtained, the Secretary shall forward the dispute to the heads of the relevant agencies for resolution.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Convention by secretary</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may convene an issue resolution meeting under this paragraph at any time, at the discretion of the Secretary, regardless of whether a meeting is requested under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Financial penalty provisions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A Federal jurisdictional agency shall complete any required approval or decision for the environmental review process on an expeditious basis using the shortest existing applicable process.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to decide</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1208</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If a Federal jurisdictional agency fails to render a decision required under any Federal law relating to a project study that requires the preparation of an environmental impact statement or environmental assessment, including the issuance or denial of a permit, license, statement, opinion, or other approval by the date described in clause (ii), the amount of funds made available to support the office of the head of the Federal jurisdictional agency shall be reduced by an amount of funding equal to the amounts specified in subclause (I) or (II) and those funds shall be made available to the division of the Federal jurisdictional agency charged with rendering the decision by not later than 1 day after the applicable date under clause (ii), and once each week thereafter until a final decision is rendered, subject to subparagraph (C)—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>$20,000 for any project study requiring the preparation of an environmental assessment or environmental impact statement; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>$10,000 for any project study requiring any type of review under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) other than an environmental assessment or environmental impact statement.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Description of date</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The date referred to in clause (i) is the later of—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the date that is 180 days after the date on which an application for the permit, license, or approval is complete; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the date that is 180 days after the date on which the Federal lead agency issues a decision on the project under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>No transfer of funds under subparagraph (B) relating to an individual project study shall exceed, in any fiscal year, an amount equal to 1 percent of the funds made available for the applicable agency office.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to decide</inline>.—</heading><content>The total amount transferred in a fiscal year as a result of a failure by an agency to make a decision by an applicable deadline shall not exceed an amount equal to 5 percent of the funds made available for the applicable agency office for that fiscal year.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aggregate</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, for each fiscal year, the aggregate amount of financial penalties assessed against each applicable agency office under the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 and any other Federal law as a result of a failure of the agency to make a decision by an applicable deadline for environmental review, including the total amount transferred under this paragraph, shall not exceed an amount equal to 9.5 percent of the funds made available for the agency office for that fiscal year.<page>128 STAT. 1209</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">No fault of agency</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A transfer of funds under this paragraph shall not be made if the applicable agency described in subparagraph (A) notifies, with a supporting explanation, the Federal lead agency, cooperating agencies, and project sponsor, as applicable, that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the agency has not received necessary information or approvals from another entity in a manner that affects the ability of the agency to meet any requirements under Federal, State, or local law;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>significant new information, including from public comments, or circumstances, including a major modification to an aspect of the project, requires additional analysis for the agency to make a decision on the project application; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>the agency lacks the financial resources to complete the review under the scheduled time frame, including a description of the number of full-time employees required to complete the review, the amount of funding required to complete the review, and a justification as to why not enough funding is available to complete the review by the deadline.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lack of financial resources</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the agency provides notice under clause (i)(III), the Inspector General of the agency shall—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><content>conduct a financial audit to review the notice; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 90 days after the date on which the review described in subclause (I) is completed, submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the notice.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal agency from which funds are transferred pursuant to this paragraph shall not reprogram funds to the office of the head of the agency, or equivalent office, to reimburse that office for the loss of the funds.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect of paragraph</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this paragraph affects or limits the application of, or obligation to comply with, any Federal, State, local, or tribal law.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Memorandum of Agreements for Early Coordination</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the Secretary and other Federal agencies with relevant jurisdiction in the environmental review process should cooperate with each other, State agencies, and Indian tribes on environmental review and project delivery activities at the earliest practicable time to avoid delays and duplication of effort later in the process, prevent potential conflicts, and ensure that planning and project development decisions reflect environmental values; and<page>128 STAT. 1210</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the cooperation referred to in subparagraph (A) should include the development of policies and the designation of staff that advise planning agencies and project sponsors of studies or other information foreseeably required for later Federal action and early consultation with appropriate State and local agencies and Indian tribes.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>If requested at any time by a State or project sponsor, the Secretary and other Federal agencies with relevant jurisdiction in the environmental review process, shall, to the maximum extent practicable and appropriate, as determined by the agencies, provide technical assistance to the State or project sponsor in carrying out early coordination activities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Memorandum of agency agreement</inline>.—</heading><content>If requested at any time by a State or project sponsor, the Federal lead agency, in consultation with other Federal agencies with relevant jurisdiction in the environmental review process, may establish memoranda of agreement with the project sponsor, Indian tribe, State and local governments, and other appropriate entities to carry out the early coordination activities, including providing technical assistance in identifying potential impacts and mitigation issues in an integrated fashion.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="j"> “(j) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section preempts or interferes with—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><chapeau>any obligation to comply with the provisions of any Federal law, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>any other Federal environmental law;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>the reviewability of any final Federal agency action in a court of the United States or in the court of any State;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>any requirement for seeking, considering, or responding to public comment; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>any power, jurisdiction, responsibility, duty, or authority that a Federal, State, or local governmental agency, Indian tribe, or project sponsor has with respect to carrying out a project or any other provision of law applicable to projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="k"> “(k) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing of Claims</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a claim arising under Federal law seeking judicial review of a permit, license, or other approval issued by a Federal agency for a project study shall be barred unless the claim is filed not later than 3 years after publication of a notice in the Federal Register announcing that the permit, license, or other approval is final pursuant to the law under which the agency action is taken, unless a shorter time is specified in the Federal law that allows judicial review.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection creates a right to judicial review or places any limit on filing a claim that a person has violated the terms of a permit, license, or other approval.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">New information</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall consider new information received after the close of a comment period <page>128 STAT. 1211</page>if the information satisfies the requirements for a supplemental environmental impact statement under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Separate action</inline>.—</heading><content>The preparation of a supplemental environmental impact statement or other environmental document, if required under this section, shall be considered a separate final agency action and the deadline for filing a claim for judicial review of the action shall be 3 years after the date of publication of a notice in the Federal Register announcing the action relating to such supplemental environmental impact statement or other environmental document.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="l"> “(l) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Categorical Exclusions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Survey.</p></sidenote><content>survey the use by the Corps of Engineers of categorical exclusions in projects since 2005;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Publication.</p></sidenote><chapeau>publish a review of the survey that includes a description of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the types of actions that were categorically excluded or could be the basis for developing a new categorical exclusion; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>any requests previously received by the Secretary for new categorical exclusions; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>solicit requests from other Federal agencies and project sponsors for new categorical exclusions.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">New categorical exclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, if the Secretary has identified a category of activities that merit establishing a categorical exclusion that did not exist on the day before the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 based on the review under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall publish a notice of proposed rulemaking to propose that new categorical exclusion, to the extent that the categorical exclusion meets the criteria for a categorical exclusion under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1508.4">section 1508.4 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulation).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="m"> “(m) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of Project Acceleration Reforms</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General of the United States shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>assess the reforms carried out under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 5 years and not later than 10 years after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the results of the assessment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The reports under paragraph (1) shall include an evaluation of impacts of the reforms carried out under this section on—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>project delivery;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>compliance with environmental laws; and<page>128 STAT. 1212</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>the environmental impact of projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="n"> “(n)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Performance Measurement</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish a program to measure and report on progress made toward improving and expediting the planning and environmental review process.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="o"> “(o)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Implementation Guidance</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall prepare, in consultation with the Council on Environmental Quality and other Federal agencies with jurisdiction over actions or resources that may be impacted by a project, guidance documents that describe the coordinated environmental review processes that the Secretary intends to use to implement this section for the planning of projects, in accordance with the civil works program of the Corps of Engineers and all applicable law.”</content> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Clerical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The table of contents contained in section 1(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1042">121 Stat. 1042</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 2045 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><?GPOvSpace 04?> <toc> <referenceItem style="-uslm-lc:I658242" role="section"> <designator>“Sec. 2045. </designator> <label>Project acceleration.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2349">33 USC 2349</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Categorical Exclusions in Emergencies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For the repair, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of a water resources project that is in operation or under construction when damaged by an event or incident that results in a declaration by the President of a major disaster or emergency pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5121/etseq">42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.</ref>), the Secretary shall treat such repair, reconstruction, or rehabilitation activity as a class of action categorically excluded from the requirements relating to environmental assessments or environmental impact statements under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1508.4">section 1508.4 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations), if the repair or reconstruction activity is—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in the same location with the same capacity, dimensions, and design as the original water resources project as before the declaration described in this section; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>commenced within a 2-year period beginning on the date of a declaration described in this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1006">SEC. 1006. </num><heading>EXPEDITING THE EVALUATION AND PROCESSING OF PERMITS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 214 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/pl/106/541">Public Law 106–541</ref>; <ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2201">33 U.S.C. 2201 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(a) <headingText class="small-caps">In General</headingText>.—The Secretary”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Funding to Process Permits</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection:</chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Natural gas company</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘natural gas company’</term> has the meaning given the term in section 1262 of the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 2005 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s16451">42 U.S.C. 16451</ref>), except that the term also includes a person engaged in the transportation of natural gas in intrastate commerce.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public-utility company</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘public-utility company’</term> has the meaning given the term in section 1262 of the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 2005 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s16451">42 U.S.C. 16451</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Permit processing</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;<page>128 STAT. 1213</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2) (as so designated)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or a public-utility company or natural gas company”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“non-Federal public entity”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or company”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“that entity”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation for public-utility and natural gas companies</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Expiration date.</p></sidenote>The authority provided under paragraph (2) to a public-utility company or natural gas company shall expire on the date that is 7 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect on other entities</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary shall ensure that expediting the evaluation of a permit through the use of funds accepted and expended under this section does not adversely affect the timeline for evaluation (in the Corps district in which the project or activity is located) of permits under the jurisdiction of the Department of the Army of other entities that have not contributed funds under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">GAO study</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study of the implementation by the Secretary of the authority provided under paragraph (2) to public-utility companies and natural gas companies.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (d) and (e) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Availability</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall ensure that all final permit decisions carried out using funds authorized under this section are made available to the public in a common format, including on the Internet, and in a manner that distinguishes final permit decisions under this section from other final actions of the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Decision document</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>use a standard decision document for evaluating all permits using funds accepted under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>make the standard decision document, along with all final permit decisions, available to the public, including on the Internet.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall make all active agreements to accept funds under this section available on a single public Internet site.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reporting</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall prepare an annual report on the implementation of this section, which, at a minimum, shall include for each district of the Corps of Engineers that accepts funds under this section—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>a comprehensive list of any funds accepted under this section during the previous fiscal year;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>a comprehensive list of the permits reviewed and approved using funds accepted under this section during the previous fiscal year, including a description of the size and type of resources impacted and the mitigation required for each permit; and<page>128 STAT. 1214</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>a description of the training offered in the previous fiscal year for employees that is funded in whole or in part with funds accepted under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives the annual report described in paragraph (1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>make each report received under subparagraph (A) available on a single publicly accessible Internet site.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1007">SEC. 1007. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s408a">33 USC 408a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EXPEDITING APPROVAL OF MODIFICATIONS AND ALTERATIONS OF PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Section 14 Application Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term <term>“section 14 application”</term> means an application submitted by an applicant to the Secretary requesting permission for the temporary occupation or use of a public work, or the alteration or permanent occupation or use of a public work, under section 14 of the Act of March 3, 1899 (commonly known as the “Rivers and Harbors Appropriation Act of 1899”) (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s408">33 U.S.C. 408</ref>).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, after providing notice and an opportunity for comment, shall establish a process for the review of section 14 applications in a timely and consistent manner.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark Goals</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment of benchmark goals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (b), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>establish benchmark goals for determining the amount of time it should take the Secretary to determine whether a section 14 application is complete;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>establish benchmark goals for determining the amount of time it should take the Secretary to approve or disapprove a section 14 application; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>to the extent practicable, use such benchmark goals to make a decision on section 14 applications in a timely and consistent manner.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark goals</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark goals for determining whether section 14 applications are complete</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the extent practicable, the benchmark goals established under paragraph (1) shall provide that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the Secretary reach a decision on whether a section 14 application is complete not later than 15 days after the date of receipt of the application; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>if the Secretary determines that a section 14 application is not complete, the Secretary promptly notify the applicant of the specific information that is missing or the analysis that is needed to complete the application.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benchmark goals for reviewing completed applications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the extent practicable, the benchmark goals established under paragraph (1) shall provide that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the Secretary generally approve or disapprove a completed section 14 application not later than 45 <page>128 STAT. 1215</page>days after the date of receipt of the completed application; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>in a case in which the Secretary determines that additional time is needed to review a completed section 14 application due to the type, size, cost, complexity, or impacts of the actions proposed in the application, the Secretary generally approve or disapprove the application not later than 180 days after the date of receipt of the completed application.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notice</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which the Secretary determines that it will take the Secretary more than 45 days to review a completed section 14 application, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>provide written notification to the applicant; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>include in the written notice a best estimate of the Secretary as to the amount of time required for completion of the review.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure To Achieve Benchmark Goals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which the Secretary fails make a decision on a section 14 application in accordance with the process established under this section, the Secretary shall provide written notice to the applicant, including a detailed description of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>why the Secretary failed to make a decision in accordance with such process;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the additional actions required before the Secretary will issue a decision; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>the amount of time the Secretary will require to issue a decision.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide a copy of any written notice provided under subsection (d) to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Database.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public availability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall maintain a publicly available database, including on the Internet, on—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>all section 14 applications received by the Secretary; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the current status of such applications.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1008">SEC. 1008. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2321b">33 USC 2321b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EXPEDITING HYDROPOWER AT CORPS OF ENGINEERS FACILITIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Policy</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress declares that it is the policy of the United States that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the development of non-Federal hydroelectric power at Corps of Engineers civil works projects, including locks and dams, shall be given priority;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Corps of Engineers approval of non-Federal hydroelectric power at Corps of Engineers civil works projects, including permitting required under section 14 of the Act of March 3, 1899 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s408">33 U.S.C. 408</ref>), shall be completed by the Corps of Engineers in a timely and consistent manner; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>approval of hydropower at Corps of Engineers civil works projects shall in no way diminish the other priorities and missions of the Corps of Engineers, including authorized project purposes and habitat and environmental protection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and biennially thereafter, the Secretary shall submit <page>128 STAT. 1216</page>to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that, at a minimum, shall include—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a description of initiatives carried out by the Secretary to encourage the development of hydroelectric power by non-Federal entities at Corps of Engineers civil works projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a list of all new hydroelectric power activities by non-Federal entities approved at Corps of Engineers civil works projects in that fiscal year, including the length of time the Secretary needed to approve those activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>a description of the status of each pending application from non-Federal entities for approval to develop hydroelectric power at Corps of Engineers civil works projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>a description of any benefits or impacts to the environment, recreation, or other uses associated with Corps of Engineers civil works projects at which non-Federal entities have developed hydroelectric power in the previous fiscal year; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>the total annual amount of payments or other services provided to the Corps of Engineers, the Treasury, and any other Federal agency as a result of approved non-Federal hydropower projects at Corps of Engineers civil works projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1009">SEC. 1009. </num><heading>ENHANCED USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMERCE IN FEDERAL PROCUREMENT.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report describing the actions of the Secretary in carrying out <ref href="/us/usc/t41/s2301">section 2301 of title 41, United States Code</ref>, regarding the use of electronic commerce in Federal procurement.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report submitted under subsection (a) shall include, with respect to the 2 fiscal years most recently ended before the fiscal year in which the report is submitted—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>an identification of the number, type, and dollar value of procurement solicitations with respect to which the public was permitted to respond to the solicitation electronically, which shall differentiate between solicitations that allowed full or partial electronic submission;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>an analysis of the information provided under paragraph (1) and actions that could be taken by the Secretary to refine and improve the use of electronic submission for procurement solicitation responses;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>an analysis of the potential benefits of and obstacles to full implementation of electronic submission for procurement solicitation responses, including with respect to cost savings, error reduction, paperwork reduction, increased bidder participation, and competition, and expanded use of electronic bid data collection for cost-effective contract management and timely reporting; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>an analysis of the options and technologies available to facilitate expanded implementation of electronic submission for procurement solicitation responses and the suitability of each option and technology for contracts of various types and sizes.<page>128 STAT. 1217</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1010">SEC. 1010. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2347a">33 USC 2347a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DETERMINATION OF PROJECT COMPLETION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall notify the applicable non-Federal interest when construction of a water resources project or a functional portion of the project is completed so the non-Federal interest may commence responsibilities, as applicable, for operating and maintaining the project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Interest Appeal of Determination</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 7 days after receiving a notification under subsection (a), the non-Federal interest may appeal the completion determination of the Secretary in writing with a detailed explanation of the basis for questioning the completeness of the project or functional portion of the project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Independent review</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>On notification that a non-Federal interest has submitted an appeal under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall contract with 1 or more independent, non-Federal experts to evaluate whether the applicable water resources project or functional portion of the project is complete.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timeline</inline>.—</heading><content>An independent review carried out under subparagraph (A) shall be completed not later than 180 days after the date on which the Secretary receives an appeal from a non-Federal interest under paragraph (1).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1011">SEC. 1011. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2341a">33 USC 2341a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PRIORITIZATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization of Hurricane and Storm Damage Risk Reduction Efforts</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Priority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For authorized projects and ongoing feasibility studies with a primary purpose of hurricane and storm damage risk reduction, the Secretary shall give funding priority to projects and ongoing studies that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>address an imminent threat to life and property;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>prevent storm surge from inundating populated areas;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>prevent the loss of coastal wetlands that help reduce the impact of storm surge;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>protect emergency hurricane evacuation routes or shelters;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>prevent adverse impacts to publicly owned or funded infrastructure and assets;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>minimize disaster relief costs to the Federal Government; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>address hurricane and storm damage risk reduction in an area for which the President declared a major disaster in accordance with section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5170">42 U.S.C. 5170</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Expedited consideration of currently authorized projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Lists.</p></sidenote><chapeau>submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a list of all—</chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1218</page> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>ongoing hurricane and storm damage reduction feasibility studies that have signed feasibility cost-share agreements and have received Federal funds since 2009; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>authorized hurricane and storm damage reduction projects that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>have been authorized for more than 20 years but are less than 75 percent complete; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>are undergoing a post-authorization change report, general reevaluation report, or limited reevaluation report;</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>identify those projects on the list required under subparagraph (A) that meet the criteria described in paragraph (1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>provide a plan for expeditiously completing the projects identified under subparagraph (B), subject to available funding.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization of Ecosystem Restoration Efforts</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For authorized projects with a primary purpose of ecosystem restoration, the Secretary shall give funding priority to projects—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>address an identified threat to public health, safety, or welfare;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>preserve or restore ecosystems of national significance; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>preserve or restore habitats of importance for federally protected species, including migratory birds; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>for which the restoration activities will contribute to other ongoing or planned Federal, State, or local restoration initiatives.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1012">SEC. 1012. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2315a">33 USC 2315a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TRANSPARENCY IN ACCOUNTING AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary shall provide to the non-Federal interest a detailed accounting of the Federal expenses associated with a water resources project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall contract with the National Academy of Public Administration to carry out a study on the efficiency of the Corps Engineers current staff salaries and administrative expense procedures as compared to using a separate administrative expense account.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>The study under paragraph (1) shall include any recommendations of the National Academy of Public Administration for improvements to the budgeting and administrative processes that will increase the efficiency of the Corps of Engineers project delivery.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1013">SEC. 1013. </num><heading>EVALUATION OF PROJECT PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Review.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall contract with the National Academy of Public Administration to carry out a comprehensive review of the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements and the Project Partnership Agreement template, which shall include—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>an evaluation of the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, including <page>128 STAT. 1219</page>suggested modifications to the process provided by non-Federal interests; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations based on the evaluation under paragraph (1) to improve the Project Partnership Agreement template and the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to Congress</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall submit the findings of the National Academy of Public Administration to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the findings are received under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a detailed response, including any recommendations the Secretary plans to implement, on the process for preparing, negotiating, and approving Project Partnership Agreements and the Project Partnership Agreement template.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1014">SEC. 1014. </num><heading>STUDY AND CONSTRUCTION OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Studies</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 203 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2231">33 U.S.C. 2231</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num value="203">“SEC. 203. </num><heading>STUDY OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to Secretary</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A non-Federal interest may undertake a feasibility study of a proposed water resources development project and submit the study to the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><content>To assist non-Federal interests, the Secretary, as soon as practicable, shall issue guidelines for feasibility studies of water resources development projects to provide sufficient information for the formulation of the studies.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review by Secretary</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall review each feasibility study received under subsection (a)(1) for the purpose of determining whether or not the study, and the process under which the study was developed, each comply with Federal laws and regulations applicable to feasibility studies of water resources development projects.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of receipt of a feasibility study of a project under subsection (a)(1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>the results of the Secretary’s review of the study under subsection (b), including a determination of whether the project is feasible;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>any recommendations the Secretary may have concerning the plan or design of the project; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>any conditions the Secretary may require for construction of the project.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Credit</inline>.—</heading><content>If a project for which a feasibility study has been submitted under subsection (a)(1) is authorized by a Federal <page>128 STAT. 1220</page>law enacted after the date of the submission to Congress under subsection (c), the Secretary shall credit toward the non-Federal share of the cost of construction of the project an amount equal to the portion of the cost of developing the study that would have been the responsibility of the United States if the study had been developed by the Secretary.”</content> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Construction</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 U.S.C. 2232</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num value="204">“SEC. 204. </num><heading>CONSTRUCTION OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Water Resources Development Project Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>‘water resources development project’</term> means a project recommendation that results from—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>a feasibility report, as such term is defined in section 7001(f) of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>a completed feasibility study developed under section 203; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>a final feasibility study for water resources development and conservation and other purposes that is specifically authorized by Congress to be carried out by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A non-Federal interest may carry out a water resources development project, or separable element thereof—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>in accordance with a plan approved by the Secretary for the project or separable element; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>subject to any conditions that the Secretary may require, including any conditions specified under section 203(c)(3).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Before carrying out a water resources development project, or separable element thereof, under this section, a non-Federal interest shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>obtain any permit or approval required in connection with the project or separable element under Federal or State law; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>ensure that a final environmental impact statement or environmental assessment, as appropriate, for the project or separable element has been filed.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Studies and Engineering</inline>.—</heading><content>When requested by an appropriate non-Federal interest, the Secretary may undertake all necessary studies and engineering for any construction to be undertaken under subsection (b), and provide technical assistance in obtaining all necessary permits for the construction, if the non-Federal interest contracts with the Secretary to furnish the United States funds for the studies, engineering, or technical assistance in the period during which the studies and engineering are being conducted.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Credit or Reimbursement</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">General rule</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to paragraph (3), a project or separable element of a project carried out by a non-Federal interest under this section shall be eligible for credit or reimbursement for the Federal share of work carried out on a project or separable element of a project if—<page>128 STAT. 1221</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><chapeau>before initiation of construction of the project or separable element—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the Secretary approves the plans for construction of the project or separable element of the project by the non-Federal interest;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines, before approval of the plans, that the project or separable element of the project is feasible; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>the non-Federal interest enters into a written agreement with the Secretary under section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b</ref>), including an agreement to pay the non-Federal share, if any, of the cost of operation and maintenance of the project; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that all Federal laws and regulations applicable to the construction of a water resources development project, and any conditions identified under subsection (b)(1)(B), were complied with by the non-Federal interest during construction of the project or separable element of the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application of credit</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may apply credit toward—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the non-Federal share of authorized separable elements of the same project; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>subject to the requirements of this section and section 1020 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, at the request of the non-Federal interest, the non-Federal share of a different water resources development project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may only apply credit or provide reimbursement under paragraph (1) if—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>Congress has authorized construction of the project or separable element of the project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certification.</p></sidenote><chapeau>the Secretary certifies that the project has been constructed in accordance with—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>all applicable permits or approvals; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>this section.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Monitoring</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall regularly monitor and audit any water resources development project, or separable element of a water resources development project, constructed by a non-Federal interest under this section to ensure that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the construction is carried out in compliance with the requirements of this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the costs of the construction are reasonable.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification of Committees</inline>.—</heading><content>If a non-Federal interest notifies the Secretary that the non-Federal interest intends to carry out a project, or separable element thereof, under this section, the Secretary shall provide written notice to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives concerning the intent of the non-Federal interest.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and Maintenance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Whenever a non-Federal interest carries out improvements to a federally authorized harbor or inland harbor, the Secretary shall be responsible for operation and maintenance in accordance with section 101(b) if—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><chapeau>before construction of the improvements—<page>128 STAT. 1222</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that the improvements are feasible and consistent with the purposes of this title; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary and the non-Federal interest execute a written agreement relating to operation and maintenance of the improvements;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certification.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary certifies that the project or separable element of the project is constructed in accordance with applicable permits and appropriate engineering and design standards; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>the Secretary does not find that the project or separable element is no longer feasible.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Repeals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The following provisions are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>Section 404 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 U.S.C. 2232 note</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/104/4646">104 Stat. 4646</ref>) and the item relating to that section in the table of contents contained in section 1(b) of that Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i–1">33 U.S.C. 426i–1</ref>) and the item relating to that section in the table of contents contained in section 1(b) of that Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>Section 211 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–13">33 U.S.C. 701b–13</ref>) and the item relating to that section in the table of contents contained in section 1(b) of that Act.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t22/s2232">22 USC 2232 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Savings Provision</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section may be construed to affect an agreement in effect on the date of enactment of this Act, or an agreement that is finalized between the Corps of Engineers and a non-Federal interest on or before December 31, 2014, under any of the following sections (as such sections were in effect on the day before such date of enactment):</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 U.S.C. 2232</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i–1">33 U.S.C. 426i–1</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>Section 211 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–13">33 U.S.C. 701b–13</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1015">SEC. 1015. </num><heading>CONTRIBUTIONS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 U.S.C. 701h</ref>), <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and other non-Federal interests”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“States and political subdivisions thereof”</quotedText> each place it appears;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, including a project for navigation on the inland waterways,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“study or project”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<proviso><i>Provided</i>, That when</proviso>”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<proviso><i>Provided</i>, That the Secretary is authorized to receive and expend funds from a State or a political subdivision thereof, and other non-Federal interests or private entities, to operate a hurricane barrier project to support recreational activities at or in the vicinity of the project, at no cost to the Federal Government, if the Secretary determines that operation for such purpose is not inconsistent with the operation and maintenance of the project for the authorized purposes of the project: </proviso><proviso><i>Provided further</i>, That when</proviso>”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedText>“: <proviso><i>Provided further</i>, That the term ‘non-Federal <page>128 STAT. 1223</page>interest’ has the meaning given that term in section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b</ref>).</proviso>”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 USC 701h note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification for Contributed Funds</inline>.—</heading><content>Prior to accepting funds contributed under section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 U.S.C. 701h</ref>), the Secretary shall provide written notice of the funds to the Committee on Environment and Public Works and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 111(b) of the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 (<ref href="/us/stat/125/858">125 Stat. 858</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1016">SEC. 1016. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232">33 USC 2232 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CERTAIN PROJECTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> The Secretary may assume responsibility for operation and maintenance in accordance with section 101(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211/b">33 U.S.C. 2211(b)</ref>) (as amended by section 2102(b)) for improvements to a federally authorized harbor or inland harbor that are carried out by a non-Federal interest prior to December 31, 2014, if the Secretary determines that the requirements under paragraphs (2) and (3) of section 204(f) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2232/f">33 U.S.C. 2232(f)</ref>) are met.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1017">SEC. 1017. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2212">33 USC 2212 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO INCREASE LOCK OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, after providing public notice, shall establish a pilot program for the acceptance and expenditure of funds contributed by non-Federal interests to increase the hours of operation of locks at water resources development projects.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The establishment of the pilot program under this section shall not affect the periodic review and adjustment of hours of operation of locks based on increases in commercial traffic carried out by the Secretary.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Comment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days before a proposed modification to the operation of a lock at a water resources development project will be carried out, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>publish the proposed modification in the Federal Register; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>accept public comment on the proposed modification.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that evaluates the cost-savings resulting from reduced lock hours and any economic impacts of modifying lock operations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of pilot program</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than September 30, 2017, and each year thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that describes the effectiveness of the pilot program under this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual Review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out an annual review of the commercial use of locks and make any necessary adjustments to lock operations based on that review.<page>128 STAT. 1224</page></content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority to accept funds under this section shall terminate 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1018">SEC. 1018. </num><heading>CREDIT FOR IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 221(a)(4) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/a/4">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(a)(4)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subparagraph (A), in the matter preceding clause (i), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or a project under an environmental infrastructure assistance program”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“law”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“In any case”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Construction</inline>.—</heading><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In any case in which the non-Federal interest is to receive credit under subparagraph (A) for the cost of construction carried out by the non-Federal interest before execution of a partnership agreement and that construction has not been carried out as of November 8, 2007, the Secretary and the non-Federal interest shall enter into an agreement under which the non-Federal interest shall carry out such work and shall do so prior to the non-Federal interest initiating construction or issuing a written notice to proceed for the construction.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>Construction that is carried out after the execution of an agreement to carry out work described in subclause (I) and any design activities that are required for that construction, even if the design activity is carried out prior to the execution of the agreement to carry out work, shall be eligible for credit.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Planning</inline>.—</heading><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In any case in which the non-Federal interest is to receive credit under subparagraph (A) for the cost of planning carried out by the non-Federal interest before execution of a feasibility cost-sharing agreement, the Secretary and the non-Federal interest shall enter into an agreement under which the non-Federal interest shall carry out such work and shall do so prior to the non-Federal interest initiating that planning.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>Planning that is carried out by the non-Federal interest after the execution of an agreement to carry out work described in subclause (I) shall be eligible for credit.”</content> </subclause> </clause> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in subparagraph (D)(iii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“sections 101 and 103”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“sections 101(a)(2) and 103(a)(1)(A) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211/a/2">33 U.S.C. 2211(a)(2)</ref>; <ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2213/a/1/A">33 U.S.C. 2213(a)(1)(A)</ref>)”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraph (E) as subparagraph (H);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subparagraph (D) the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Analysis of costs and benefits</inline>.—</heading><content>In the evaluation of the costs and benefits of a project, the Secretary <page>128 STAT. 1225</page>shall not consider construction carried out by a non-Federal interest under this subsection as part of the future without project condition.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Transfer of credit between separable elements of a project</inline>.—</heading><content>Credit for in-kind contributions provided by a non-Federal interest that are in excess of the non-Federal cost share for an authorized separable element of a project may be applied toward the non-Federal cost share for a different authorized separable element of the same project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> “(G)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application of credit</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>To the extent that credit for in-kind contributions, as limited by subparagraph (D), and credit for required land, easements, rights-of-way, dredged material disposal areas, and relocations provided by the non-Federal interest exceed the non-Federal share of the cost of construction of a project other than a navigation project, the Secretary, subject to the availability of funds, shall enter into a reimbursement agreement with the non-Federal interest, which shall be in addition to a partnership agreement under subparagraph (A), to reimburse the difference to the non-Federal interest.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Priority</inline>.—</heading><content>If appropriated funds are insufficient to cover the full cost of all requested reimbursement agreements under clause (i), the Secretary shall enter into reimbursement agreements in the order in which requests for such agreements are received.”</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (H) (as redesignated by paragraph (4))—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in clause (i) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, and to water resources projects authorized prior to the date of enactment of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/pl/99/662">Public Law 99–662</ref>), if correction of design deficiencies is necessary”</quotedText> before the period at the end; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> clause (ii) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization as addition to other authorizations</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority of the Secretary to provide credit for in-kind contributions pursuant to this paragraph shall be in addition to any other authorization to provide credit for in-kind contributions and shall not be construed as a limitation on such other authorization.<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote> The Secretary shall apply the provisions of this paragraph, in lieu of provisions under other crediting authority, only if so requested by the non-Federal interest.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2003(e) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, or construction of design deficiency corrections on the project,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“construction on the project”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, or under which construction of the project has not been completed and the work to be performed by <page>128 STAT. 1226</page>the non-Federal interests has not been carried out and is creditable only toward any remaining non-Federal cost share,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“has not been initiated”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">42 USC</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">1962d–5b note.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) take effect on November 8, 2007.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5">42 USC 1962d–5</ref></p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">note.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall update any guidance or regulations for carrying out section 221(a)(4) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/a/4">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(a)(4)</ref>) (as amended by subsection (a)) that are in existence on the date of enactment of this Act or issue new guidelines, as determined to be appropriate by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any guidance, regulations, or guidelines updated or issued under paragraph (1) shall include, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the milestone for executing an in-kind memorandum of understanding for construction by a non-Federal interest;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>criteria and procedures for evaluating a request to execute an in-kind memorandum of understanding for construction by a non-Federal interest that is earlier than the milestone under subparagraph (A) for that execution; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>criteria and procedures for determining whether work carried out by a non-Federal interest is integral to a project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public and stakeholder participation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Before issuing any new or revised guidance, regulations, or guidelines or any subsequent updates to those documents, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with affected non-Federal interests;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p></sidenote><content>publish the proposed guidelines developed under this subsection in the Federal Register; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>provide the public with an opportunity to comment on the proposed guidelines.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">42 USC</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">1962d–5b note.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Other Credit</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in section 221(a)(4) of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b/a/4">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b(a)(4)</ref>) (as amended by subsection (a)) affects any eligibility for credit under section 104 of the Water Resources Development of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2214">33 U.S.C. 2214</ref>) that was approved by the Secretary prior to the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1019">SEC. 1019. </num><heading>CLARIFICATION OF IN-KIND CREDIT AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Cost Share</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 7007 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1277">121 Stat. 1277</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, on, or after”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“before”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (d) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Treatment of Credit Between Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>The value of any land, easements, rights-of-way, relocations, and dredged material disposal areas and the costs of planning, design, and construction work provided by the non-Federal interest that exceed the non-Federal cost share for a study or project under this title may be applied toward the non-Federal cost share for any other study or project carried out under this title.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<page>128 STAT. 1227</page><quotedContent><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Study or Project</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>‘study or project’</term> includes any eligible activity that is—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>carried out pursuant to the coastal Louisiana ecosystem science and technology program authorized under section 7006(a); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>in accordance with the restoration plan.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Louisiana.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in coordination with any relevant agencies of the State of Louisiana, shall establish a process by which to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a)(2).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by subsection (a) take effect on November 8, 2007.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1020">SEC. 1020. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2223">33 USC 2223</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TRANSFER OF EXCESS CREDIT.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary may apply credit for in-kind contributions provided by a non-Federal interest that are in excess of the required non-Federal cost share for a water resources development study or project toward the required non-Federal cost share for a different water resources development study or project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restrictions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except for subsection (a)(4)(D)(i) of that section, the requirements of section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b</ref>) (as amended by section 1018(a)) shall apply to any credit under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Credit in excess of the non-Federal share for a study or project may be approved under this section only if—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>the non-Federal interest submits a comprehensive plan to the Secretary that identifies—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the studies and projects for which the non-Federal interest intends to provide in-kind contributions for credit that are in excess of the non-Federal cost share for the study or project; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the authorized studies and projects to which that excess credit would be applied;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the Secretary approves the comprehensive plan; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the total amount of credit does not exceed the total non-Federal share for the studies and projects in the approved comprehensive plan.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In evaluating a request to apply credit in excess of the non-Federal share for a study or project toward a different study or project, the Secretary shall consider whether applying that credit will—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>help to expedite the completion of a project or group of projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>reduce costs to the Federal Government; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>aid the completion of a project that provides significant flood risk reduction or environmental benefits.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority provided in this section shall terminate 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deadlines</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and once every 2 years <page>128 STAT. 1228</page>thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available an interim report on the use of the authority under this section.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Final report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a final report on the use of the authority under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The reports described in paragraph (1) shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a description of the use of the authority under this section during the reporting period;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>an assessment of the impact of the authority under this section on the time required to complete projects; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>an assessment of the impact of the authority under this section on other water resources projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1021">SEC. 1021. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2224">33 USC 2224</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CREDITING AUTHORITY FOR FEDERALLY AUTHORIZED NAVIGATION PROJECTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> A non-Federal interest may carry out operation and maintenance activities for an authorized navigation project, subject to the condition that the non-Federal interest complies with all Federal laws and regulations applicable to such operation and maintenance activities, and may receive credit for the costs incurred by the non-Federal interest in carrying out such activities towards the share of construction costs of that non-Federal interest for another element of the same project or another authorized navigation project, except that in no instance may such credit exceed 20 percent of the total costs associated with construction of the general navigation features of the project for which such credit may be applied pursuant to this section.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1022">SEC. 1022. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2225">33 USC 2225</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CREDIT IN LIEU OF REIMBURSEMENT.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requests for Credits</inline>.—</heading><content>With respect to an authorized flood damage reduction project, or separable element thereof, that has been constructed by a non-Federal interest under section 211 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–13">33 U.S.C. 701b–13</ref>) before the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary may provide to the non-Federal interest, at the request of the non-Federal interest, a credit in an amount equal to the estimated Federal share of the cost of the project or separable element, in lieu of providing to the non-Federal interest a reimbursement in that amount.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application of Credits</inline>.—</heading><content>At the request of the non-Federal interest, the Secretary may apply such credit to the share of the cost of the non-Federal interest of carrying out other flood damage reduction projects or studies.</content> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1023">SEC. 1023. </num><heading>ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS BY NON-FEDERAL INTERESTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 902 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2280">33 U.S.C. 2280</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—<page>128 STAT. 1229</page></chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“In order to insure”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(a) <headingText class="small-caps">In General.—</headingText>In order to insure”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contributions by Non-Federal Interests</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subsection (a), in accordance with section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701h">33 U.S.C. 701h</ref>), the Secretary may accept funds from a non-Federal interest for any authorized water resources development project that has exceeded its maximum cost under subsection (a), and use such funds to carry out such project, if the use of such funds does not increase the Federal share of the cost of such project.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1024">SEC. 1024. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2325a">33 USC 2325a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT AND USE MATERIALS AND SERVICES.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary is authorized to accept and use materials and services contributed by a non-Federal public entity, a nonprofit entity, or a private entity for the purpose of repairing, restoring, or <amendingAction type="substitute">replacing</amendingAction> a water resources development project that has been damaged or destroyed as a result of an emergency if the Secretary determines that the acceptance and use of such materials and services is in the public interest.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>Any entity that contributes materials or services under subsection (a) shall not be eligible for credit or reimbursement for the value of such materials or services.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 60 days after initiating an activity under this section, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that includes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a description of the activities undertaken, including the costs associated with the activities; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a comprehensive description of how the activities are necessary for maintaining a safe and reliable water resources project.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1025">SEC. 1025. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2226">33 USC 2226</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>WATER RESOURCES PROJECTS ON FEDERAL LAND.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary may carry out an authorized water resources development project on Federal land that is under the administrative jurisdiction of another Federal agency where the cost of the acquisition of such Federal land has been paid for by the non-Federal interest for the project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">MOU Required</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may carry out a project pursuant to subsection (a) only after the non-Federal interest has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Federal agency that includes such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be necessary.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section alters any non-Federal cost-sharing requirements for the project.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1026">SEC. 1026. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2227">33 USC 2227</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CLARIFICATION OF IMPACTS TO OTHER FEDERAL FACILITIES.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> In any case where the modification or construction of a water resources development project carried out by the Secretary adversely impacts other Federal facilities, the Secretary may accept from other Federal agencies such funds as may be necessary to address the adverse impact, including by removing, relocating, or reconstructing those facilities.<page>128 STAT. 1230</page></content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1027">SEC. 1027. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426e–2">33 USC 426e–2</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CLARIFICATION OF MUNITION DISPOSAL AUTHORITIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may implement any response action the Secretary determines to be necessary at a site where—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the Secretary has carried out a project under civil works authority of the Secretary that includes placing sand on a beach; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>as a result of the project described in paragraph (1), military munitions that were originally released as a result of Department of Defense activities are deposited on the beach, posing a threat to human health or the environment.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Response Action Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>A response action described in subsection (a) shall be funded from amounts made available to the agency within the Department of Defense responsible for the original release of the munitions.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1028">SEC. 1028. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283b">33 USC 2283b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CLARIFICATION OF MITIGATION AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out measures to improve fish species habitat within the boundaries and downstream of a water resources project constructed by the Secretary that includes a fish hatchery if the Secretary—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>has been explicitly authorized to compensate for fish losses associated with the project; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>determines that the measures are—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>feasible;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>consistent with authorized project purposes and the fish hatchery; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>in the public interest.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost Sharing</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraph (2), the non-Federal interest shall contribute 35 percent of the total cost of carrying out activities under this section, including the costs relating to the provision or acquisition of required land, easements, rights-of-way, dredged material disposal areas, and relocations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and maintenance</inline>.—</heading><content>The non-Federal interest shall contribute 100 percent of the costs of operation, maintenance, replacement, repair, and rehabilitation of the measures carried out under this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1029">SEC. 1029. </num><heading>CLARIFICATION OF INTERAGENCY SUPPORT AUTHORITIES.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 234 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2323a">33 U.S.C. 2323a</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“other Federal agencies,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Federal departments or agencies, nongovernmental organizations,”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (b), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or foreign governments”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“organizations”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in subsection (c), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and restoration”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“protection”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in the first sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“There is”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(1) <headingText class="small-caps">In general</headingText>.—There is”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>in the second sentence—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Secretary”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(2) <headingText class="small-caps">Acceptance of funds</headingText>.—The Secretary”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“other Federal agencies,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Federal departments or agencies, nongovernmental organizations,”</quotedText>.<page>128 STAT. 1231</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1030">SEC. 1030. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s400">33 USC 400</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CONTINUING AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Continuing Authority Programs</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of continuing authority program project</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection, the term <term>“continuing authority program”</term> means 1 of the following authorities:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701s">33 U.S.C. 701s</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Section 111 of the River and Harbor Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i">33 U.S.C. 426i</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330">33 U.S.C. 2330</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Section 1135 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a">33 U.S.C. 2309a</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>Section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>Section 3 of the Act of August 13, 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426g">33 U.S.C. 426g</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>Section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701r">33 U.S.C. 701r</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="H"> (H) </num><content>Section 103 of the River and Harbor Act of 1962 (<ref href="/us/pl/87/874">Public Law 87–874</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/76/1178">76 Stat. 1178</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>Section 204(e) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326/e">33 U.S.C. 2326(e)</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="J"> (J) </num><content>Section 208 of the Flood Control Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–8a">33 U.S.C. 701b–8a</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="K"> (K) </num><content>Section 104(a) of the River and Harbor Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s610/a">33 U.S.C. 610(a)</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Criteria.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register and on a publicly available website, the criteria the Secretary uses for prioritizing annual funding for continuing authority program projects.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act and each year thereafter, the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register and on a publicly available website, a report on the status of each continuing authority program, which, at a minimum, shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the name and a short description of each active continuing authority program project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the cost estimate to complete each active project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the funding available in that fiscal year for each continuing authority program.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Congressional notification</inline>.—</heading><content>On publication in the Federal Register under paragraphs (2) and (3), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a copy of all information published under those paragraphs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Small River and Harbor Improvement Projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$35,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (b), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$7,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.<page>128 STAT. 1232</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Shore Damage Prevention or Mitigation</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 111(c) of the River and Harbor Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i/c">33 U.S.C. 426i(c)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Regional Sediment Management</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326">33 U.S.C. 2326</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in subsection (c)(1)(C), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in subsection (g), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$30,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2037 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1094">121 Stat. 1094</ref>)<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326">33 USC 2326 note</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendment made by subsection (a) shall not apply to any project authorized under this Act if a report of the Chief of Engineers for the project was completed prior to the date of enactment of this Act.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Small Flood Control Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701s">33 U.S.C. 701s</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the third sentence by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$7,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Modifications for Improvement of Environment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 1135(d) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a/d">33 U.S.C. 2309a(d)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in the second sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Not more than 80 percent of the non-Federal share may be”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The non-Federal share may be provided”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in the third sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 206(d) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330/d">33 U.S.C. 2330(d)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> (h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Floodplain Management Services</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 206(d) of the Flood Control Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s709a/d">33 U.S.C. 709a(d)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$15,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Emergency Streambank and Shoreline Protection</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701r">33 U.S.C. 701r</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$15,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$20,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$1,500,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1031">SEC. 1031. </num><heading>TRIBAL PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 203 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2269">33 U.S.C. 2269</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)(1)(B)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The ability”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The ability”</content> </clause> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Guidance.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Determination</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this clause, the Secretary shall issue guidance on the procedures described in clause (i).”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (e) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restrictions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary is authorized to carry out activities under this section for fiscal years 2015 through 2024.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.<page>128 STAT. 1233</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2339a">33 USC 2339a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperative Agreements With Indian Tribes</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may enter into a cooperative agreement with an Indian tribe (or a designated representative of an Indian tribe) to carry out authorized activities of the Corps of Engineers to protect fish, wildlife, water quality, and cultural resources.</content> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1032">SEC. 1032. </num><heading>TERRITORIES OF THE UNITED STATES.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 1156 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2310">33 U.S.C. 2310</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Secretary shall waive”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(a) <headingText class="small-caps">In General</headingText>.—The Secretary shall waive”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (a) (as so designated), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Puerto Rico,”</quotedText> before <quotedText>“and the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inflation Adjustment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall adjust the dollar amount specified in subsection (a) for inflation for the period beginning on November 17, 1986, and ending on the date of enactment of this subsection.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1033">SEC. 1033. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2350">33 USC 2350</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CORROSION PREVENTION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>To the greatest extent practicable, the Secretary shall encourage and incorporate corrosion prevention activities at water resources development projects.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary, to the greatest extent practicable, shall ensure that contractors performing work for water resources development projects—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>use best practices to carry out corrosion prevention activities in the field;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>use industry-recognized standards and corrosion mitigation and prevention methods when—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>determining protective coatings;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>selecting materials; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>determining methods of cathodic protection, design, and engineering for corrosion prevention;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>use certified coating application specialists and cathodic protection technicians and engineers;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>use best practices in environmental protection to prevent environmental degradation and to ensure careful handling of all hazardous materials;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>demonstrate a history of employing industry-certified inspectors to ensure adherence to best practices and standards; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>demonstrate a history of compliance with applicable requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Corrosion Prevention Activities Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>“corrosion prevention activities”</term> means—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the application and inspection of protective coatings for complex work involving steel and cementitious structures, including structures that will be exposed in immersion;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the installation, testing, and inspection of cathodic protection systems; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any other activities related to corrosion prevention the Secretary determines appropriate.<page>128 STAT. 1234</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1034">SEC. 1034. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2314b">33 USC 2314b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ADVANCED MODELING TECHNOLOGIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the greatest extent practicable, the Secretary shall encourage and incorporate advanced modeling technologies, including 3-dimensional digital modeling, that can expedite project delivery or improve the evaluation of water resources development projects that receive Federal funding by—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>accelerating and improving the environmental review process;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>increasing effective public participation;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>enhancing the detail and accuracy of project designs;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>increasing safety;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>accelerating construction and reducing construction costs; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>otherwise achieving the purposes described in paragraphs (1) through (5).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary, to the greatest extent practicable, shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>compile information related to advanced modeling technologies, including industry best practices with respect to the use of the technologies;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>disseminate to non-Federal interests the information described in paragraph (1); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>promote the use of advanced modeling technologies.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1035">SEC. 1035. </num><heading>RECREATIONAL ACCESS.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Floating Cabin</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term <term>“floating cabin”</term> means a vessel (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t1/s3">section 3 of title 1, United States Code</ref>) that has overnight accommodations.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recreational Access</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall allow the use of a floating cabin on waters under the jurisdiction of the Secretary in the Cumberland River basin if—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>the floating cabin—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>is in compliance with regulations for recreational vessels issued under <ref href="/us/usc/t46/ch43">chapter 43 of title 46, United States Code</ref>, and section 312 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1322">33 U.S.C. 1322</ref>);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>is located at a marina leased by the Corps of Engineers; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>is maintained by the owner to required health and safety standards; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the Secretary has authorized the use of recreational vessels on such waters.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1036">SEC. 1036. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–15">33 USC 701b–15</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NON-FEDERAL PLANS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FLOOD RISK REDUCTION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If requested by a non-Federal interest, the Secretary shall carry out a locally preferred plan that provides a higher level of protection than a flood risk management project authorized under this Act if the Secretary determines that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the plan is technically feasible and environmentally acceptable; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the benefits of the plan exceed the costs of the plan.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Cost Share</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary carries out a locally preferred plan under subsection (a), the Federal share of the cost of the project shall be not greater than the share as provided by law for elements of the national economic development plan.<page>128 STAT. 1235</page></content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1037">SEC. 1037. </num><heading>HURRICANE AND STORM DAMAGE REDUCTION.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 156 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1976 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5f">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5f</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Secretary”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subsection (a), the Secretary shall, at the request of the non-Federal interest, carry out a study to determine the feasibility of extending the period of nourishment described in subsection (a) for a period not to exceed 15 additional years beyond the maximum period described in subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Plan for Reducing Risk to People and Property</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the review described in subsection (b), the non-Federal interest shall submit to the Secretary a plan for reducing risk to people and property during the life of the project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusion of plan in recommendation to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include the plan described in subsection (a) in the recommendations to Congress described in subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Upon completion of the review described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives any recommendations of the Secretary related to the review; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>include in the subsequent annual report to Congress required under section 7001 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, any recommendations that require specific congressional authorization.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, for any existing authorized water resources development project for which the maximum period for nourishment described in subsection (a) will expire within the 5 year-period beginning on the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, that project shall remain eligible for nourishment for an additional 3 years after the expiration of such period.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of Authorized Periodic Nourishment Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall initiate a review of all authorized water resources development projects for which the Secretary is authorized to provide periodic nourishment under section 156 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1976 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5f">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5f</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Scope of review</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the review under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall assess the Federal costs associated with that nourishment authority and the projected benefits of each project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the review under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall issue to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report on the results of that review, including any proposed changes the Secretary may recommend to the nourishment authority.<page>128 STAT. 1236</page> </content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1038">SEC. 1038. </num><heading>REDUCTION OF FEDERAL COSTS FOR HURRICANE AND STORM DAMAGE REDUCTION PROJECTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326">33 U.S.C. 2326</ref>) (as amended by section 1030(d)(1)) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or used in”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“obtained through”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (3)(C), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“for the purposes of improving environmental conditions in marsh and littoral systems, stabilizing stream channels, enhancing shorelines, and supporting State and local risk management adaptation strategies”</quotedText> before the period at the end; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reducing costs</inline>.—</heading><content>To reduce or avoid Federal costs, the Secretary shall consider the beneficial use of dredged material in a manner that contributes to the maintenance of sediment resources in the nearby coastal system.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the subsection designation and heading and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Selection of Dredged Material Disposal Method for Purposes Related to Environmental Restoration or Storm Damage and Flood Reduction</inline>.—</heading><content>”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“in relation to”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedContent>“in relation to—<subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the environmental benefits, including the benefits to the aquatic environment to be derived from the creation of wetlands and control of shoreline erosion; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the flood and storm damage and flood reduction benefits, including shoreline protection, protection against loss of life, and damage to improved property.”</content> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in subsection (e), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>cooperate with any State or group of States in the preparation of a comprehensive State or regional sediment management plan within the boundaries of the State or among States;”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1039">SEC. 1039. </num><heading>INVASIVE SPECIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aquatic Species Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of authorities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Chairman of the Tennessee Valley Authority, and other applicable heads of Federal agencies, shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>carry out a review of existing Federal authorities relating to responding to invasive species, including aquatic weeds, aquatic snails, and other aquatic invasive species, that have an impact on water resources; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><content>based on the review under subparagraph (A), make any recommendations to Congress and applicable State agencies for improving Federal and State laws to more effectively respond to the threats posed by those invasive species.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal investment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1237</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assessment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct an assessment of the Federal costs of, and spending on, aquatic invasive species.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The assessment conducted under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>identification of current Federal spending on, and projected future Federal costs of, operation and maintenance related to mitigating the impacts of aquatic invasive species on federally owned or operated facilities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>identification of current Federal spending on aquatic invasive species prevention;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>analysis of whether spending identified in clause (ii) is adequate for the maintenance and protection of services provided by federally owned or operated facilities, based on the current spending and projected future costs identified in clause (i); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>review of any other aspect of aquatic invasive species prevention or mitigation determined appropriate by the Comptroller General.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report containing the findings of the assessment conducted under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s4701">16 USC 4701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Multiagency effort to slow the spread of asian carp in the upper mississippi and ohio river basins and tributaries</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, in coordination with the Secretary, the Director of the National Park Service, and the Director of the United States Geological Survey, shall lead a multiagency effort to slow the spread of Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries by providing technical assistance, coordination, best practices, and support to State and local governments in carrying out activities designed to slow, and eventually eliminate, the threat posed by Asian carp.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Best practices</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, the multiagency effort shall apply lessons learned and best practices such as those described in the document prepared by the Asian Carp Working Group entitled “Management and Control Plan for Bighead, Black, Grass, and Silver Carps in the United States” and dated November 2007, and the document prepared by the Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee entitled “FY 2012 Asian Carp Control Strategy Framework” and dated February 2012.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than December 31 of each year, the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, in coordination with the Secretary, shall submit to the Committee on Appropriations and the Committee <page>128 STAT. 1238</page>on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Natural Resources, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report describing the coordinated strategies established and progress made toward the goals of controlling and eliminating Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each report submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>any observed changes in the range of Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries during the 2-year period preceding submission of the report;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>a summary of Federal agency efforts, including cooperative efforts with non-Federal partners, to control the spread of Asian carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River basins and tributaries;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>any research that the Director determines could improve the ability to control the spread of Asian carp;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>any quantitative measures that the Director intends to use to document progress in controlling the spread of Asian carp; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>a cross-cut accounting of Federal and non-Federal expenditures to control the spread of Asian carp.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prevention, Great Lakes and Mississippi River Basin</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary is authorized to implement measures recommended in the efficacy study authorized under section 3061 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1121">121 Stat. 1121</ref>) or in interim reports, with any modifications or any emergency measures that the Secretary determines to be appropriate to prevent aquatic nuisance species from dispersing into the Great Lakes by way of any hydrologic connection between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River Basin.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notifications</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall notify the Committees on Environment and Public Works and Appropriations of the Senate and the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure and Appropriations of the House of Representatives any emergency actions taken pursuant to this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prevention and Management</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 104 of the River and Harbor Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s610">33 U.S.C. 610</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in the first sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“There is”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>There is”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in the second sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Local”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Local interests</inline>.—</heading><content>Local”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>in the third sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Costs”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal costs</inline>.—</heading><content>Costs”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1) (as designated by subparagraph (A))—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“control and progressive,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“prevention, control, and progressive”</quotedText>; and<page>128 STAT. 1239</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and aquatic invasive species”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“noxious aquatic plant growths”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subsection (b), in the first sentence, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$15,000,000 annually”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$40,000,000, of which $20,000,000 shall be made available to implement subsection (d), annually”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (c) the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Watercraft Inspection Stations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">State listings.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Secretary may establish watercraft inspection stations in the Columbia River Basin to be located in the States of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington at locations, as determined by the Secretary, with the highest likelihood of preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species at reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The non-Federal share of the cost of constructing, operating, and maintaining watercraft inspection stations described in paragraph (1) (including personnel costs) shall be—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>50 percent; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>provided by the State or local governmental entity in which such inspection station is located.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consult and coordinate with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the States described in paragraph (1);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>Indian tribes; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><chapeau>other Federal agencies, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the Department of Agriculture;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the Department of Energy;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>the Department of Homeland Security;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>the Department of Commerce; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>the Department of the Interior.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Monitoring and Contingency Planning</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this section, the Secretary may—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>carry out risk assessments of water resources facilities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>monitor for aquatic invasive species;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>establish watershed-wide plans for expedited response to an infestation of aquatic invasive species; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>monitor water quality, including sediment cores and fish tissue samples.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1040">SEC. 1040. </num><heading>FISH AND WILDLIFE MITIGATION.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 906 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283">33 U.S.C. 2283</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><chapeau>in the first sentence—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“for damages to ecological resources, including terrestrial and aquatic resources, and”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“mitigate”</quotedText>;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“ecological resources and”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“impact on”</quotedText>; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“without the implementation of mitigation measures”</quotedText> before the period; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before the last sentence the following:<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote> <quotedText>“If the Secretary determines that mitigation to in-kind conditions is not possible, the Secretary shall <page>128 STAT. 1240</page>identify in the report the basis for that determination and the mitigation measures that will be implemented to meet the requirements of this section and the goals of section 307(a)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2317/a/1">33 U.S.C. 2317(a)(1)</ref>).”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>in the heading, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<headingText class="small-caps">Design</headingText>”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<headingText class="small-caps">Selection and design</headingText>”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“select and”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“shall”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“using a watershed approach”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“projects”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>in subparagraph (A), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, at a minimum,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“complies with”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (B)—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> clause (iii);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> clauses (iv) and (v) as clauses (v) and (vi), respectively; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after clause (ii) the following:<quotedContent><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>for projects where mitigation will be carried out by the Secretary—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>a description of the land and interest in land to be acquired for the mitigation plan;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the basis for a determination that the land and interests are available for acquisition; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>a determination that the proposed interest sought does not exceed the minimum interest in land necessary to meet the mitigation requirements for the project;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><chapeau>for projects where mitigation will be carried out through a third party mitigation arrangement in accordance with subsection (i)—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>a description of the third party mitigation instrument to be used; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the basis for a determination that the mitigation instrument can meet the mitigation requirements for the project;”</content> </subclause> </clause> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> “(h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Programmatic Mitigation Plans</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may develop programmatic mitigation plans to address the potential impacts to ecological resources, fish, and wildlife associated with existing or future Federal water resources development projects.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of mitigation plans</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall, to the maximum extent practicable, use programmatic mitigation plans developed in accordance with this subsection to guide the development of a mitigation plan under subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal plans</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall, to the maximum extent practicable and subject to all conditions of this subsection, use programmatic environmental plans developed by a State, a body politic of the State, which derives its powers from a State constitution, a government entity created by State legislation, or a local government, that meet the requirements of this subsection to address the potential environmental impacts of existing or future water resources development projects.<page>128 STAT. 1241</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A programmatic mitigation plan developed by the Secretary or an entity described in paragraph (3) to address potential impacts of existing or future water resources development projects shall, to the maximum extent practicable—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>be developed on a regional, ecosystem, watershed, or statewide scale;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>include specific goals for aquatic resource and fish and wildlife habitat restoration, establishment, enhancement, or preservation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>identify priority areas for aquatic resource and fish and wildlife habitat protection or restoration;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>encompass multiple environmental resources within a defined geographical area or focus on a specific resource, such as aquatic resources or wildlife habitat; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>address impacts from all projects in a defined geographical area or focus on a specific type of project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>The scope of the plan shall be determined by the Secretary or an entity described in paragraph (3), as appropriate, in consultation with the agency with jurisdiction over the resources being addressed in the environmental mitigation plan.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A programmatic environmental mitigation plan may include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>an assessment of the condition of environmental resources in the geographical area covered by the plan, including an assessment of recent trends and any potential threats to those resources;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>an assessment of potential opportunities to improve the overall quality of environmental resources in the geographical area covered by the plan through strategic mitigation for impacts of water resources development projects;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>standard measures for mitigating certain types of impacts;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>parameters for determining appropriate mitigation for certain types of impacts, such as mitigation ratios or criteria for determining appropriate mitigation sites;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>adaptive management procedures, such as protocols that involve monitoring predicted impacts over time and adjusting mitigation measures in response to information gathered through the monitoring;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><content>acknowledgment of specific statutory or regulatory requirements that must be satisfied when determining appropriate mitigation for certain types of resources; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> “(G) </num><content>any offsetting benefits of self-mitigating projects, such as ecosystem or resource restoration and protection.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Process</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Before adopting a programmatic environmental mitigation plan for use under this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><chapeau>for a plan developed by the Secretary—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>make a draft of the plan available for review and comment by applicable environmental resource agencies and the public; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>consider any comments received from those agencies and the public on the draft plan; and<page>128 STAT. 1242</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>for a plan developed under paragraph (3), determine, not later than 180 days after receiving the plan, whether the plan meets the requirements of paragraphs (4) through (6) and was made available for public comment.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Integration with other plans</inline>.—</heading><content>A programmatic environmental mitigation plan may be integrated with other plans, including watershed plans, ecosystem plans, species recovery plans, growth management plans, and land use plans.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> “(9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration in project development and permitting</inline>.—</heading><content>If a programmatic environmental mitigation plan has been developed under this subsection, any Federal agency responsible for environmental reviews, permits, or approvals for a water resources development project may use the recommendations in that programmatic environmental mitigation plan when carrying out the responsibilities of the agency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> “(10) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Preservation of existing authorities</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection limits the use of programmatic approaches to reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="11"> “(11) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mitigation for existing projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection requires the Secretary to undertake additional mitigation for existing projects for which mitigation has already been initiated.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Third-party Mitigation Arrangements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligible activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In accordance with all applicable Federal laws (including regulations), mitigation efforts carried out under this section may include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><chapeau>participation in mitigation banking or other third-party mitigation arrangements, such as—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the purchase of credits from commercial or State, regional, or local agency-sponsored mitigation banks; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the purchase of credits from in-lieu fee mitigation programs; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>contributions to statewide and regional efforts to conserve, restore, enhance, and create natural habitats and wetlands if the Secretary determines that the contributions will ensure that the mitigation requirements of this section and the goals of section 307(a)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2317/a/1">33 U.S.C. 2317(a)(1)</ref>) will be met.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusion of other activities</inline>.—</heading><content>The banks, programs, and efforts described in paragraph (1) include any banks, programs, and efforts developed in accordance with applicable law (including regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Terms and conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out natural habitat and wetlands mitigation efforts under this section, contributions to the mitigation effort may—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>take place concurrent with, or in advance of, the commitment of funding to a project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>occur in advance of project construction only if the efforts are consistent with all applicable requirements of Federal law (including regulations) and water resources development planning processes.<page>128 STAT. 1243</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Preference</inline>.—</heading><content>At the request of the non-Federal project sponsor, preference may be given, to the maximum extent practicable, to mitigating an environmental impact through the use of a mitigation bank, in-lieu fee, or other third-party mitigation arrangement, if the use of credits from the mitigation bank or in-lieu fee, or the other third-party mitigation arrangement for the project has been approved by the applicable Federal agency.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283">33 USC 2283 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by subsection (a) shall not apply to a project for which a mitigation plan has been completed as of the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283c">33 USC 2283c</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical Assistance</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may provide technical assistance to States and local governments to establish third-party mitigation instruments, including mitigation banks and in-lieu fee programs, that will help to target mitigation payments to high-priority ecosystem restoration actions.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>In providing technical assistance under this subsection, the Secretary shall give priority to States and local governments that have developed State, regional, or watershed-based plans identifying priority restoration actions.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mitigation instruments</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall seek to ensure any technical assistance provided under this subsection will support the establishment of mitigation instruments that will result in restoration of high-priority areas identified in the plans under paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1041">SEC. 1041. </num><heading>MITIGATION STATUS REPORT.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 2036(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283a">33 U.S.C. 2283a</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (2) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Information included</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reporting the status of all projects included in the report, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>use a uniform methodology for determining the status of all projects included in the report;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>use a methodology that describes both a qualitative and quantitative status for all projects in the report; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>provide specific dates for participation in the consultations required under section 906(d)(4)(B) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2283/d/4/B">33 U.S.C. 2283(d)(4)(B)</ref>).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1042">SEC. 1042. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2201">33 USC 2201 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REPORTS TO CONGRESS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary shall complete and submit to Congress by the applicable date required the reports that address public safety and enhanced local participation in project delivery described in subsection (b).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The reports referred to in subsection (a) are the reports required under—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 1043(a)(5);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>section 1046(a)(2)(B);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>section 210(e)(3) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2238/e/3">33 U.S.C. 2238(e)(3)</ref>) (as amended by section 2102(a)); and<page>128 STAT. 1244</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>section 7001.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure To Provide a Completed Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (d), if the Secretary fails to provide a report listed under subsection (b) by the date that is 180 days after the applicable date required for that report, $5,000 shall be reprogrammed from the General Expenses account of the civil works program of the Army Corps of Engineers into the account of the division of the Army Corps of Engineers with responsibility for completing that report.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Subsequent reprogramming</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subsection (d), for each additional week after the date described in paragraph (1) in which a report described in that paragraph remains uncompleted and unsubmitted to Congress, $5,000 shall be reprogrammed from the General Expenses account of the civil works program of the Army Corps of Engineers into the account of the division of the Secretary of the Army with responsibility for completing that report.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For each report, the total amounts reprogrammed under subsection (c) shall not exceed, in any fiscal year, $50,000.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Aggregate limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The total amount reprogrammed under subsection (c) in a fiscal year shall not exceed $200,000.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">No Fault of the Secretary</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Amounts shall not be reprogrammed under subsection (c) if the Secretary certifies in a letter to the applicable committees of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a major modification has been made to the content of the report that requires additional analysis for the Secretary to make a final decision on the report;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>amounts have not been appropriated to the agency under this Act or any other Act to carry out the report; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>additional information is required from an entity other than the Corps of Engineers and is not available in a timely manner to complete the report by the deadline.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall not reprogram funds to the General Expenses account of the civil works program of the Corps of Engineers for the loss of the funds.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1043">SEC. 1043. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2201">33 USC 2201 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NON-FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Implementation of Feasibility Studies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish and implement a pilot program to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and project delivery efficiency of allowing non-Federal interests to carry out feasibility studies for flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage reduction, aquatic ecosystem restoration, and coastal harbor and channel and inland navigation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purposes of the pilot program are—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>to identify project delivery and cost-saving alternatives to the existing feasibility study process;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>to evaluate the technical, financial, and organizational efficiencies of a non-Federal interest carrying out a feasibility study of 1 or more projects; and<page>128 STAT. 1245</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>to evaluate alternatives for the decentralization of the project planning, management, and operational decisionmaking process of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary may enter into an agreement with the non-Federal interest for the non-Federal interest to provide full project management control of a feasibility study for a project for—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>flood risk management;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>hurricane and storm damage reduction, including levees, floodwalls, flood control channels, and water control structures;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>coastal harbor and channel and inland navigation; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>aquatic ecosystem restoration.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of non-federal funds</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A non-Federal interest that has entered into an agreement with the Secretary pursuant to subparagraph (A) may use non-Federal funds to carry out the feasibility study.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Credit</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall credit towards the non-Federal share of the cost of construction of a project for which a feasibility study is carried out under this subsection an amount equal to the portion of the cost of developing the study that would have been the responsibility of the Secretary, if the study were carried out by the Secretary, subject to the conditions that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>non-Federal funds were used to carry out the activities that would have been the responsibility of the Secretary;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>the Secretary determines that the feasibility study complies with all applicable Federal laws and regulations; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>the project is authorized by any provision of Federal law enacted after the date on which an agreement is entered into under subparagraph (A).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Transfer of funds</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>After the date on which an agreement is executed pursuant to subparagraph (A), the Secretary may transfer to the non-Federal interest to carry out the feasibility study—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>if applicable, the balance of any unobligated amounts appropriated for the study, except that the Secretary shall retain sufficient amounts for the Corps of Engineers to carry out any responsibilities of the Corps of Engineers relating to the project and pilot program; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>additional amounts, as determined by the Secretary, from amounts made available under paragraph (8), except that the total amount transferred to the non-Federal interest shall not exceed the updated estimate of the Federal share of the cost of the feasibility study.<page>128 STAT. 1246</page></content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include such provisions as the Secretary determines to be necessary in an agreement under subparagraph (A) to ensure that a non-Federal interest receiving Federal funds under this paragraph—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>has the necessary qualifications to administer those funds; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>will comply with all applicable Federal laws (including regulations) relating to the use of those funds.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives on the initiation of each feasibility study under the pilot program.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Auditing</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall regularly monitor and audit each feasibility study carried out by a non-Federal interest under this section to ensure that the use of any funds transferred under subparagraph (C) are used in compliance with the agreement signed under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary may provide technical assistance to the non-Federal interest relating to any aspect of the feasibility study, if the non-Federal interest contracts with the Secretary for the technical assistance and compensates the Secretary for the technical assistance.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed project schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after entering into an agreement under subparagraph (A), each non-Federal interest, to the maximum extent practicable, shall submit to the Secretary a detailed project schedule, based on full funding capability, that lists all deadlines for milestones relating to the feasibility study.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection affects the cost-sharing requirement applicable on the day before the date of enactment of this Act to a feasibility study carried out under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report detailing the results of the pilot program carried out under this section, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>a description of the progress of the non-Federal interests in meeting milestones in detailed project schedules developed pursuant to paragraph (3)(G); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>any recommendations of the Secretary concerning whether the program or any component of the program should be implemented on a national basis.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Update</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the <page>128 STAT. 1247</page>Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives an update of the report described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to meet deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary fails to submit a report by the required deadline under this paragraph, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a detailed explanation of why the deadline was missed and a projected date for submission of the report.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>All laws and regulations that would apply to the Secretary if the Secretary were carrying out the feasibility study shall apply to a non-Federal interest carrying out a feasibility study under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority to commence a feasibility study under this subsection terminates on the date that is 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>In addition to any amounts appropriated for a specific project, there is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out the pilot program under this subsection, including the costs of administration of the Secretary, $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Project Implementation Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish and implement a pilot program to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and project delivery efficiency of allowing non-Federal interests to carry out flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage reduction, coastal harbor and channel inland navigation, and aquatic ecosystem restoration projects.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purposes of the pilot program are—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>to identify project delivery and cost-saving alternatives that reduce the backlog of authorized Corps of Engineers projects;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>to evaluate the technical, financial, and organizational efficiencies of a non-Federal interest carrying out the design, execution, management, and construction of 1 or more projects; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>to evaluate alternatives for the decentralization of the project management, design, and construction for authorized Corps of Engineers water resources projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the pilot program, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><chapeau>identify a total of not more than 15 projects for flood risk management, hurricane and storm damage reduction (including levees, floodwalls, flood control channels, and water control structures), coastal harbor and channels, inland navigation, and aquatic ecosystem restoration that have been authorized for construction prior to the date of enactment of this Act, including—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><chapeau>not more than 12 projects that—<page>128 STAT. 1248</page></chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> (aa)</num><subitem class="inline"><num value="AA">(AA) </num><content>have received Federal funds prior to the date of enactment of this Act; or</content> </subitem> <subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="BB"> (BB) </num><content>for more than 2 consecutive fiscal years, have an unobligated funding balance for that project in the Corps of Engineers construction account; and</content> </subitem> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> (bb) </num><content>to the maximum extent practicable, are located in each of the divisions of the Corps of Engineers; and</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>not more than 3 projects that have not received Federal funds in the period beginning on the date on which the project was authorized and ending on the date of enactment of this Act;</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives on the identification of each project under the pilot program;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>in collaboration with the non-Federal interest, develop a detailed project management plan for each identified project that outlines the scope, budget, design, and construction resource requirements necessary for the non-Federal interest to execute the project, or a separable element of the project;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>on the request of the non-Federal interest, enter into a project partnership agreement with the non-Federal interest for the non-Federal interest to provide full project management control for construction of the project, or a separable element of the project, in accordance with plans approved by the Secretary;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><chapeau>following execution of the project partnership agreement, transfer to the non-Federal interest to carry out construction of the project, or a separable element of the project—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>if applicable, the balance of the unobligated amounts appropriated for the project, except that the Secretary shall retain sufficient amounts for the Corps of Engineers to carry out any responsibilities of the Corps of Engineers relating to the project and pilot program; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>additional amounts, as determined by the Secretary, from amounts made available under paragraph (8), except that the total amount transferred to the non-Federal interest shall not exceed the updated estimate of the Federal share of the cost of construction, including any required design; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> (vi)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><content>regularly monitor and audit each project being constructed by a non-Federal interest under this section to ensure that the construction activities are carried out in compliance with the plans approved by the Secretary and that the construction costs are reasonable.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed project schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after entering into an agreement under subparagraph (A)(iv), each non-Federal interest, to the maximum extent practicable, shall submit to the Secretary a detailed project <page>128 STAT. 1249</page>schedule, based on estimated funding levels, that lists all deadlines for each milestone in the construction of the project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On the request of a non-Federal interest, the Secretary may provide technical assistance to the non-Federal interest, if the non-Federal interest contracts with and compensates the Secretary for the technical assistance relating to—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>any study, engineering activity, and design activity for construction carried out by the non-Federal interest under this subsection; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>expeditiously obtaining any permits necessary for the project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection affects the cost-sharing requirement applicable on the day before the date of enactment of this Act to a project carried out under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report detailing the results of the pilot program carried out under this subsection, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>a description of the progress of non-Federal interests in meeting milestones in detailed project schedules developed pursuant to paragraph (2)(B); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>any recommendations of the Secretary concerning whether the program or any component of the program should be implemented on a national basis.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Update</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives an update of the report described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to meet deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary fails to submit a report by the required deadline under this paragraph, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a detailed explanation of why the deadline was missed and a projected date for submission of the report.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>All laws and regulations that would apply to the Secretary if the Secretary were carrying out the project shall apply to a non-Federal interest carrying out a project under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority to commence a project under this subsection terminates on the date that is 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>In addition to any amounts appropriated for a specific project, there is authorized <page>128 STAT. 1250</page>to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out the pilot program under this subsection, including the costs of administration of the Secretary, $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1044">SEC. 1044. </num><heading>INDEPENDENT PEER REVIEW.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mandatory Project Studies Subject to Peer Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(a)(3)(A)(i) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/a/3/A/i">33 U.S.C. 2343(a)(3)(A)(i)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$45,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$200,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Timing of Peer Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2034(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/b">33 U.S.C. 2343(b)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (2) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reasons for timing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Chief of Engineers does not initiate a peer review for a project study at a time described in paragraph (2), the Chief shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>not later than 7 days after the date on which the Chief of Engineers determines not to initiate a peer review—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives of that decision; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>make publicly available, including on the Internet, the reasons for not conducting the review; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>include the reasons for not conducting the review in the decision document for the project study.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment of Panels</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(c) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/c">33 U.S.C. 2343(c)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (4) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Congressional and public notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Following the identification of a project study for peer review under this section, but prior to initiation of the review by the panel of experts, the Chief of Engineers shall, not later than 7 days after the date on which the Chief of Engineers determines to conduct a review—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives of the review conducted under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><chapeau>make publicly available, including on the Internet, information on—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the dates scheduled for beginning and ending the review;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the entity that has the contract for the review; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>the names and qualifications of the panel of experts.”</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendations of Panel</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(f) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/f">33 U.S.C. 2343(f)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public availability and submission to congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>After receiving a report on a project study from a panel of experts under this section, the Chief of Engineers shall make <page>128 STAT. 1251</page>available to the public, including on the Internet, and submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>a copy of the report not later than 7 days after the date on which the report is delivered to the Chief of Engineers; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>a copy of any written response of the Chief of Engineers on recommendations contained in the report not later than 3 days after the date on which the response is delivered to the Chief of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusion in project study</inline>.—</heading><content>A report on a project study from a panel of experts under this section and the written response of the Chief of Engineers shall be included in the final decision document for the project study.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2034(h)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2343/h/2">33 U.S.C. 2343(h)(2)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“7 years”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“12 years”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1045">SEC. 1045. </num><heading>REPORT ON SURFACE ELEVATIONS AT DROUGHT AFFECTED LAKES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in coordination with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (referred to in this section as “FERC”), shall initiate an assessment of the effects of drought conditions on lakes managed by the Secretary that are affected by FERC-licensed reservoirs, which shall include an assessment of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>lake levels and rule curves in areas of previous, current, and prolonged drought; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the effect the long-term FERC licenses have on the ability of the Secretary to manage lakes for hydropower generation, navigation, flood protection, water supply, fish and wildlife, and recreation.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, in coordination with the FERC, shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report on the assessment carried out under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1046">SEC. 1046. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2319">33 USC 2319 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RESERVOIR OPERATIONS AND WATER SUPPLY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Dam Optimization</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of project</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term <term>“project”</term> means a water resources development project that is operated and maintained by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assessment of water supply in arid regions</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct an assessment of the management practices, priorities, and authorized purposes at Corps of Engineers reservoirs in arid regions to determine the effects of such practices, priorities, and purposes on water supply during periods of drought.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The assessment under clause (i) shall identify actions that can be carried out within the scope of existing authorities of the Secretary to increase project flexibility for the purpose of mitigating drought impacts.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit <page>128 STAT. 1252</page>to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report on the results of the assessment.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Updated report</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall update and make publicly available the report entitled “Authorized and Operating Purposes of Corps of Engineers Reservoirs” and dated July 1992, which was produced pursuant to section 311 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/stat/104/4639">104 Stat. 4639</ref>).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The updated report described in clause (i) shall—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><chapeau>include—</chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> (aa) </num><content>the date on which the most recent review of project operations was conducted and any recommendations of the Secretary relating to that review the Secretary determines to be significant;</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> (bb) </num><content>the activities carried out pursuant to each such review to improve the efficiency of operations and maintenance and to improve project benefits consistent with authorized purposes;</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="cc"> (cc) </num><content>the degree to which reviews of project operations and subsequent activities pursuant to completed reviews complied with the policies and requirements of applicable law and regulations; and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="dd"> (dd) </num><chapeau>a plan for reviewing the operations of individual projects, including a detailed schedule for future reviews of project operations, that—</chapeau><subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658131" class="indent6 fontsize10"><num value="AA"> (AA) </num><content>complies with the polices and requirements of applicable law and regulations;</content> </subitem> <subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658131" class="indent6 fontsize10"><num value="BB"> (BB) </num><content>gives priority to reviews and activities carried out pursuant to such plan where the Secretary determines that there is support for carrying out those reviews and activities; and</content> </subitem> <subitem style="-uslm-lc:I658131" class="indent6 fontsize10"><num value="CC"> (CC) </num><content>ensures that reviews and activities are carried out pursuant to such plan;</content> </subitem> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>be coordinated with appropriate Federal, State, and local agencies and those public and private entities that the Secretary determines may be affected by those reviews or activities;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>not supersede or modify any written agreement between the Federal Government and a non-Federal interest that is in effect on the date of enactment of this Act;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> (IV) </num><content>not supersede or authorize any amendment to a multistate water control plan, including the Missouri River Master Water Control Manual (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act);<page>128 STAT. 1253</page></content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> (V) </num><content>not affect any water right in existence on the date of enactment of this Act;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VI"> (VI) </num><content>not preempt or affect any State water law or interstate compact governing water;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VII"> (VII) </num><content>not affect any authority of a State, as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act, to manage water resources within that State; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VIII"> (VIII) </num><content>comply with section 301 of the Water Supply Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b">43 U.S.C. 390b</ref>).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">General accountability office report to congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><chapeau>conduct an audit to determine—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>whether reviews of project operations carried out by the Secretary prior to the date of enactment of this Act complied with the policies and requirements of applicable law and regulations; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>whether the plan developed by the Secretary pursuant to paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(I)(dd) complies with this subsection and with the policies and requirements of applicable law and regulation; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, submit to Congress a report that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>summarizes the results of the audit required by subparagraph (A);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>includes an assessment of whether existing practices for managing and reviewing project operations could result in greater efficiencies that would enable the Corps of Engineers to better prepare for, contain, and respond to flood, storm, and drought conditions; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><content>includes recommendations for improving the review of project operations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of such operations and to better achieve authorized purposes while enhancing overall project benefits.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interagency and cooperative agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may enter into interagency agreements with other Federal agencies and cooperative agreements with non-Federal entities to carry out this subsection and reviews of project operations or activities resulting from those reviews.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may use to carry out this subsection, including any reviews of project operations identified in the plan developed under paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(I)(dd), amounts made available to the Secretary.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Funding from other sources</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may accept and expend amounts from non-Federal entities and other Federal agencies to carry out this subsection and reviews of project operations or activities resulting from those reviews.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect of subsection</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection changes the authorized purpose of any Corps of Engineers dam or reservoir.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may carry out any recommendations and activities under this subsection pursuant to existing law.<page>128 STAT. 1254</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b–1">43 USC 390b–1</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Improving Planning and Administration of Water Supply Storage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For each water supply feature of a reservoir managed by the Secretary, the Secretary shall notify the applicable non-Federal interests before each fiscal year of the anticipated operation and maintenance activities for that fiscal year and each of the subsequent 4 fiscal years (including the cost of those activities) for which the non-Federal interests are required to contribute amounts.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Clarification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The information provided to a non-Federal interest under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>be an estimate which the non-Federal interest may use for planning purposes; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>not be construed as or relied upon by the non-Federal interest as the actual amounts that the non-Federal interest will be required to contribute.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Surplus Water Storage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall not charge a fee for surplus water under a contract entered into pursuant to section 6 of the Act of December 22, 1944 (commonly known as the “Flood Control Act of 1944”) (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s708">33 U.S.C. 708</ref>) if the contract is for surplus water stored in the Upper Missouri Mainstem Reservoirs.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Offset</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recission.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subparagraph (B), of any amounts made available to the Secretary to carry out activities under the heading “<inline class="small-caps">operation and maintenance</inline>” under the heading “<inline class="small-caps">Corps of Engineers–Civil</inline>” that remain unobligated as of the date of enactment of this Act, $5,000,000 is rescinded.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restriction</inline>.—</heading><content>No amounts that have been designated by Congress as being for emergency requirements pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (<ref href="/us/usc/t2/s901/b/2/A/i">2 U.S.C. 901(b)(2)(A)(i)</ref>) shall be rescinded under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Expiration date.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The limitation provided under paragraph (1) shall expire on the date that is 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this subsection—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>affects the authority of the Secretary under <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s2695">section 2695 of title 10, United States Code</ref>, to accept funds or to cover the administrative expenses relating to certain real property transactions; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>affects the application of section 6 of the Act of December 22, 1944 (commonly known as the “Flood Control Act of 1944”) (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s708">33 U.S.C. 708</ref>) to surplus water stored outside of the Upper Missouri Mainstem Reservoirs.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Future Water Supply</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 301 of the Water Supply Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b">43 U.S.C. 390b</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsections (c) and (d) as subsections (d) and (e), respectively; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (b) the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Release of Future Water Storage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment of 10-year plans for the utilization of future storage</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For the period beginning 180 days after the date of enactment of this paragraph and ending <page>128 STAT. 1255</page>on January 1, 2016, the Secretary may accept from a State or local interest a plan for the utilization of allocated water storage for future use under this Act.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A plan submitted under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>a 10-year timetable for the conversion of future use storage to present use; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>a schedule of actions that the State or local interest agrees to carry out over a 10-year period, in cooperation with the Secretary, to seek new and alternative users of future water storage that is contracted to the State or local interest on the date of enactment of this paragraph.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Future water storage</inline>.—</heading><content>For water resource development projects managed by the Secretary, a State or local interest that the Secretary determines has complied with paragraph (1) may request from the Secretary a release to the United States of any right of the State or local interest to future water storage under this Act that was allocated for future use water supply prior to November 17, 1986.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after receiving a request under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall provide to the applicable State or local interest a written decision on whether the Secretary recommends releasing future water storage rights.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendation</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary recommends releasing future water storage rights, the Secretary shall include that recommendation in the annual plan submitted under section 7001 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Savings clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection authorizes the Secretary to release a State or local interest from a contractual obligation unless specifically authorized by Congress.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1047">SEC. 1047. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2328a">33 USC 2328a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SPECIAL USE PERMITS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special Use Permits</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may issue special permits for uses such as group activities, recreation events, motorized recreation vehicles, and such other specialized recreation uses as the Secretary determines to be appropriate, subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be in the best interest of the Federal Government.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fees</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary may—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>establish and collect fees associated with the issuance of the permits described in paragraph (1); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>accept in-kind services in lieu of those fees.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Outdoor recreation equipment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may establish and collect fees for the provision of outdoor recreation equipment and services for activities described in paragraph (1) at public recreation areas located at lakes and reservoirs operated by the Corps of Engineers.<page>128 STAT. 1256</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of fees</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any fees generated pursuant to this subsection shall be—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>retained at the site collected; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>available for use, without further appropriation, solely for administering the special permits under this subsection and carrying out related operation and maintenance activities at the site at which the fees are collected.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperative Management</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Program</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to subparagraph (B), the Secretary may enter into an agreement with a State or local government to provide for the cooperative management of a public recreation area if—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><chapeau>the public recreation area is located—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>at a lake or reservoir operated by the Corps of Engineers; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>adjacent to or near a State or local park or recreation area; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that cooperative management between the Corps of Engineers and a State or local government agency of a portion of the Corps of Engineers recreation area or State or local park or recreation area will allow for more effective and efficient management of those areas.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restriction</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may not transfer administration responsibilities for any public recreation area operated by the Corps of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Acquisition of goods and services</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may acquire from or provide to a State or local government with which the Secretary has entered into a cooperative agreement under paragraph (1) goods and services to be used by the Secretary and the State or local government in the cooperative management of the areas covered by the agreement.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may enter into 1 or more cooperative management agreements or such other arrangements as the Secretary determines to be appropriate, including leases or licenses, with non-Federal interests to share the costs of operation, maintenance, and management of recreation facilities and natural resources at recreation areas that are jointly managed and funded under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of Funds</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary determines that it is in the public interest for purposes of enhancing recreation opportunities at Corps of Engineers water resources development projects, the Secretary may use funds made available to the Secretary to support activities carried out by State, local, and tribal governments and such other public or private nonprofit entities as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperative agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>Any use of funds pursuant to this subsection shall be carried out through the execution of a cooperative agreement, which shall contain such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be necessary in the public interest.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Services of Volunteers</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/pl/98/63/tI/chIV">Chapter IV of title I of Public Law 98–63</ref> (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s569c">33 U.S.C. 569c</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the first sentence by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, including expenses relating to uniforms, transportation, <page>128 STAT. 1257</page>lodging, and the subsistence of those volunteers,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“incidental expenses”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Training and Educational Activities</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 213(a) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2339">33 U.S.C. 2339</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“at”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“about”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1048">SEC. 1048. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s6804">16 USC 6804 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL NATIONAL PARKS AND FEDERAL RECREATIONAL LANDS PASS PROGRAM.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> The Secretary may participate in the America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass program in the same manner as the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Forest Service, and the Bureau of Reclamation, including the provision of free annual passes to active duty military personnel and dependents.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1049">SEC. 1049. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1361">33 USC 1361 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>APPLICABILITY OF SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL, AND COUNTERMEASURE RULE.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Administrator”</term> means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Farm</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“farm”</term> has the meaning given the term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.2">section 112.2 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Gallon</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“gallon”</term> means a United States gallon.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Oil</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“oil”</term> has the meaning given the term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.2">section 112.2 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Oil discharge</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“oil discharge”</term> has the meaning given the term <term>“discharge”</term> in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.2">section 112.2 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reportable oil discharge history</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to subparagraph (B), the term <term>“reportable oil discharge history”</term> means a single oil discharge, as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.1/b">section 112.1(b) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations), that exceeds 1,000 gallons or 2 oil discharges, as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.1/b">section 112.1(b) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations), that each exceed 42 gallons within any 12-month period—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>in the 3 years prior to the certification date of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure plan (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.3">section 112.3 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>since becoming subject to <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/p112">part 112 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, if the facility has been in operation for less than 3 years.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exclusions</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“reportable oil discharge history”</term> does not include an oil discharge, as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s112.1/b">section 112.1(b) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (including successor regulations), that is the result of a natural disaster, an act of war, or terrorism.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Spill prevention, control, and countermeasure rule</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure rule”</term> means the regulation, including amendments, <page>128 STAT. 1258</page>promulgated by the Administrator under <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/p112">part 112 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulations).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Certification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In implementing the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure rule with respect to any farm, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>require certification by a professional engineer for a farm with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>an individual tank with an aboveground storage capacity greater than 10,000 gallons;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>an aggregate aboveground storage capacity greater than or equal to 20,000 gallons; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>a reportable oil discharge history; or</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>allow certification by the owner or operator of the farm (via self-certification) for a farm with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>an aggregate aboveground storage capacity less than 20,000 gallons and greater than the lesser of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>6,000 gallons; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the adjustment quantity established under subsection (d)(2); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>no reportable oil discharge history; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><chapeau>not require compliance with the rule by any farm—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>with an aggregate aboveground storage capacity greater than 2,500 gallons and less than the lesser of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>6,000 gallons; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the adjustment quantity established under subsection (d)(2); and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>no reportable oil discharge history; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>not require compliance with the rule by any farm with an aggregate aboveground storage capacity of less than 2,500 gallons.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Calculation of Aggregate Aboveground Storage Capacity</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of subsection (b), the aggregate aboveground storage capacity of a farm excludes—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>all containers on separate parcels that have a capacity that is 1,000 gallons or less; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>all containers holding animal feed ingredients approved for use in livestock feed by the Commissioner of Food and Drugs.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall conduct a study to determine the appropriate exemption under paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (b), which shall be not more than 6,000 gallons and not less than 2,500 gallons, based on a significant risk of discharge to water.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Adjustment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date on which the study described in paragraph (1) is complete, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, shall promulgate a rule to adjust the exemption levels described in paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (b) in accordance with the study.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1050">SEC. 1050. </num><heading>NAMINGS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Tennessee.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Donald G. Waldon Lock and Dam</inline>.—</heading><content>It is the sense of Congress that, at an appropriate time and in accordance with <page>128 STAT. 1259</page>the rules of the Senate and the House of Representatives, to recognize the contributions of Donald G. Waldon, whose selfless determination and tireless work, while serving as administrator of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway for 21 years, contributed greatly to the realization and success of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway Development Compact, that the lock and dam located at mile 357.5 on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway should be known and designated as the “Donald G. Waldon Lock and Dam”.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Redesignation of Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 103(c)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/stat/106/4811">106 Stat. 4811</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">References</inline>.—</heading><content>Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the museum and interpretive site referred to in paragraph (1) shall be deemed to be a reference to the “Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum and Riverfront Interpretive Site”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Redesignation</inline>.—</heading><content>The lock and dam located in Modoc, Illinois, authorized by the Act of July 3, 1930 (<ref href="/us/stat/46/927">46 Stat. 927</ref>), and commonly known as the Kaskaskia Lock and Dam, is redesignated as the “Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam”.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">References</inline>.—</heading><content>Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the lock and dam referred to in section 1 shall be deemed to be a reference to the “Jerry F. Costello Lock and Dam”.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1051">SEC. 1051. </num><heading>INTERSTATE WATER AGREEMENTS AND COMPACTS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Water Supply</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 301 of the Water Supply Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t43/s390b">43 U.S.C. 390b</ref>) (as amended by section 1046(d)) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><content>The Committees of jurisdiction are very concerned about the operation of projects in the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River System and the Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa River System, and further, the Committees of jurisdiction recognize that this ongoing water resources dispute raises serious concerns related to the authority of the Secretary of the Army to allocate substantial storage at projects to provide local water supply pursuant to the Water Supply Act of 1958 absent congressional approval. Interstate water disputes of this nature are more properly addressed through interstate water agreements that take into consideration the concerns of all affected States including impacts to other authorized uses of the projects, water supply for communities and major cities in the region, water quality, freshwater flows to communities, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and bays located downstream of projects, agricultural uses, economic development, and other appropriate concerns. To that end, the Committees of jurisdiction strongly urge the Governors of the affected States to reach agreement on an interstate water compact as soon as possible, and we pledge our commitment to work with the affected States to ensure prompt consideration and approval of any such agreement. Absent such action, the Committees of jurisdiction should consider appropriate legislation to address these matters including any necessary clarifications to <page>128 STAT. 1260</page>the Water Supply Act of 1958 or other law. This subsection does not alter existing rights or obligations under law.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of Congress Regarding Interstate Water Agreements and Compacts</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress finds the following:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>States and local interests have primary responsibility for developing water supplies for domestic, municipal, industrial, and other purposes.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>The Federal Government cooperates with States and local interests in developing water supplies through the construction, maintenance, and operation of Federal water resources development projects.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Interstate water disputes are most properly addressed through interstate water agreements or compacts that take into consideration the concerns of all affected States.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Congress and the Secretary should urge States to reach agreement on interstate water agreements and compacts;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>at the request of the Governor of a State, the Secretary should facilitate and assist in the development of an interstate water agreement or compact;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Congress should provide prompt consideration of interstate water agreements and compacts; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>the Secretary should adopt policies and implement procedures for the operation of reservoirs of the Corps of Engineers that are consistent with interstate water agreements and compacts.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1052">SEC. 1052. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT BILLS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> It is the sense of Congress that, because the missions of the Corps of Engineers are unique and benefit all individuals in the United States and because water resources development projects are critical to maintaining economic prosperity, national security, and environmental protection, Congress should consider a water resources development bill not less than once every Congress.</content> </section> <num value="II">TITLE II—</num><heading>NAVIGATION</heading> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>Inland Waterways</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2001">SEC. 2001. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2252">33 USC 2252 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEFINITIONS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> In this title:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inland waterways trust fund</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Inland Waterways Trust Fund”</term> means the Inland Waterways Trust Fund established by section 9506(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Qualifying project</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“qualifying project”</term> means any construction or major rehabilitation project for navigation infrastructure of the inland and intracoastal waterways that is—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>authorized before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act;<page>128 STAT. 1261</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>not completed on the date of enactment of this Act; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>funded at least in part from the Inland Waterways Trust Fund.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2002">SEC. 2002. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2252">33 USC 2252</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROJECT DELIVERY PROCESS REFORMS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements for Qualifying Projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to each qualifying project, the Secretary shall require—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>for each project manager, that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the project manager have formal project management training and certification; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the project manager be assigned from among personnel certified by the Chief of Engineers; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>for an applicable cost estimation, that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the Secretary utilize a risk-based cost estimate with a confidence level of at least 80 percent; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>the cost estimate be developed—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>for a qualifying project that requires an increase in the authorized amount in accordance with section 902 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2280">33 U.S.C. 2280</ref>), during the preparation of a post-authorization change report or other similar decision document;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>for a qualifying project for which the first construction contract has not been awarded, prior to the award of the first construction contract;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>for a qualifying project without a completed feasibility report in accordance with section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>), prior to the completion of such a report; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>for a qualifying project with a completed feasibility report in accordance with section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>) that has not yet been authorized, during design for the qualifying project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional Project Delivery Process Reforms</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>establish a system to identify and apply on a continuing basis best management practices from prior or ongoing qualifying projects to improve the likelihood of on-time and on-budget completion of qualifying projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate early contractor involvement acquisition procedures to improve on-time and on-budget project delivery performance; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><chapeau>implement any additional measures that the Secretary determines will achieve the purposes of this subtitle, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the implementation of applicable practices and procedures developed pursuant to management by the Secretary of an applicable military construction program;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the development and use of a portfolio of standard designs for inland navigation locks, incorporating the use of a center of expertise for the design and review of qualifying projects;<page>128 STAT. 1262</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the use of full-funding contracts or formulation of a revised continuing contracts clause; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>the establishment of procedures for recommending new project construction starts using a capital projects business model.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Pilot Projects</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraph (2), the Secretary may carry out pilot projects to evaluate processes and procedures for the study, design, and construction of qualifying projects.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>At a minimum, the Secretary shall carry out pilot projects under this subsection to evaluate—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>early contractor involvement in the development of features and components;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>an appropriate use of continuing contracts for the construction of features and components; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>applicable principles, procedures, and processes used for military construction projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inland Waterways Users Board</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 302 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2251">33 U.S.C. 2251</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duties of Users Board</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Users Board shall meet not less frequently than semiannually to develop and make recommendations to the Secretary and Congress regarding the inland waterways and inland harbors of the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Advice and recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For commercial navigation features and components of the inland waterways and inland harbors of the United States, the Users Board shall provide—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>prior to the development of the budget proposal of the President for a given fiscal year, advice and recommendations to the Secretary regarding construction and rehabilitation priorities and spending levels;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>advice and recommendations to Congress regarding any feasibility report for a project on the inland waterway system that has been submitted to Congress pursuant to section 7001 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>advice and recommendations to Congress regarding an increase in the authorized cost of those features and components;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 60 days after the date of the submission of the budget proposal of the President to Congress, advice and recommendations to Congress regarding construction and rehabilitation priorities and spending levels; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>advice and recommendations on the development of a long-term capital investment program in accordance with subsection (d).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Appointment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project development teams</inline>.—</heading><content>The chairperson of the Users Board shall appoint a representative of the Users Board to serve as an advisor to the project development team for a qualifying project or the study or design of a commercial navigation feature or component of the inland waterways and inland harbors of the United States.<page>128 STAT. 1263</page> </content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Independent judgment</inline>.—</heading><content>Any advice or recommendation made by the Users Board to the Secretary shall reflect the independent judgment of the Users Board.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duties of Secretary</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>communicate not less frequently than once each quarter to the Users Board the status of the study, design, or construction of all commercial navigation features or components of the inland waterways or inland harbors of the United States; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><content>submit to the Users Board a courtesy copy of all completed feasibility reports relating to a commercial navigation feature or component of the inland waterways or inland harbors of the United States.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Capital Investment Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary, in coordination with the Users Board, shall develop and submit to Congress a report describing a 20-year program for making capital investments on the inland and intracoastal waterways based on the application of objective, national project selection prioritization criteria.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration</inline>.—</heading><content>In developing the program under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall take into consideration the 20-year capital investment strategy contained in the Inland Marine Transportation System (IMTS) Capital Projects Business Model, Final Report published on April 13, 2010, as approved by the Users Board.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan and prioritization criteria under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall ensure, to the maximum extent practicable, that investments made under the 20-year program described in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>are made in all geographical areas of the inland waterways system; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>ensure efficient funding of inland waterways projects.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Strategic review and update</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this subsection, and not less frequently than once every 5 years thereafter, the Secretary, in coordination with the Users Board, shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>submit to Congress and make publicly available a strategic review of the 20-year program in effect under this subsection, which shall identify and explain any changes to the project-specific recommendations contained in the previous 20-year program (including any changes to the prioritization criteria used to develop the updated recommendations); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>make revisions to the program, as appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Management Plans</inline>.—</heading><content>The chairperson of the Users Board and the project development team member appointed by the chairperson under subsection (b)(3) may sign the project management plan for the qualifying project or the study or design of a commercial navigation feature or component of the inland waterways and inland harbors of the United States.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Users Board shall be subject to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t5/app">5 U.S.C. App.</ref>), other <page>128 STAT. 1264</page>than section 14, and, with the consent of the appropriate agency head, the Users Board may use the facilities and services of any Federal agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Members not considered special government employees</inline>.—</heading><content>For the purposes of complying with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t5/app">5 U.S.C. App.</ref>), the members of the Users Board shall not be considered special Government employees (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t18/s202">section 202 of title 18, United States Code</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Travel expenses</inline>.—</heading><content>Non-Federal members of the Users Board while engaged in the performance of their duties away from their homes or regular places of business, may be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, as authorized by <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s5703">section 5703 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2003">SEC. 2003. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Taxes.</p></sidenote><heading>EFFICIENCY OF REVENUE COLLECTION.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> <sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall prepare a report on the efficiency of collecting the fuel tax for the Inland Waterways Trust Fund, which shall include—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>an evaluation of whether current methods of collection of the fuel tax result in full compliance with requirements of the law;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>whether alternative methods of collection would result in increased revenues into the Inland Waterways Trust Fund; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>an evaluation of alternative collection options.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2004">SEC. 2004. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Taxes.</p></sidenote><heading>INLAND WATERWAYS REVENUE STUDIES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inland Waterways Construction Bonds Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, in coordination with the heads of appropriate Federal agencies, shall conduct a study on the potential benefits and implications of authorizing the issuance of federally tax-exempt bonds secured against the available proceeds, including projected annual receipts, in the Inland Waterways Trust Fund established by section 9506(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the study, the Secretary shall examine the implications of issuing such bonds, including the potential revenues that could be generated and the projected net cost to the Treasury, including loss of potential revenue.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study, the Secretary, at a minimum, shall consult with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>representatives of the Inland Waterway Users Board established by section 302 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2251">33 U.S.C. 2251</ref>);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>representatives of the commodities and bulk cargos that are currently shipped for commercial purposes on the segments of the inland and intracoastal waterways listed in section 206 of the Inland Waterways Revenue Act of 1978 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1804">33 U.S.C. 1804</ref>);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><chapeau>representatives of other users of locks and dams on the inland and intracoastal waterways, including persons owning, operating, using, or otherwise benefitting from—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>hydropower generation facilities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>electric utilities that rely on the waterways for cooling of existing electricity generation facilities;<page>128 STAT. 1265</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>municipal and industrial water supply;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>recreation;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>irrigation water supply; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> (vi) </num><content>flood damage reduction; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>other stakeholders associated with the inland and intracoastal waterways, as identified by the Secretary.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works, the Committee on Finance, and the Committee on the Budget of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, the Committee on Ways and Means, and the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Identification of issues</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the report, the Secretary shall identify any potential benefits or other implications of the issuance of bonds described in subsection (a)(1), including any potential changes in Federal or State law that may be necessary to provide such benefits or to address such implications.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Potential Revenue Sources for Inland and Intracoastal Waterways Infrastructure</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct a study and submit to Congress a report on potential revenue sources from which funds could be collected to generate additional revenues for the Inland Waterways Trust Fund established by section 9506(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Scope of study</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the study, the Secretary shall evaluate an array of potential revenue sources from which funds could be collected in amounts that, when combined with funds generated by section 4042 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, are sufficient to support one-half of annual construction expenditure levels of $380,000,000 for the authorized purposes of the Inland Waterways Trust Fund.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Potential revenue sources for study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study, the Secretary, at a minimum, shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate potential revenue sources identified in and documented by known authorities of the Inland Waterways System; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review appropriate reports and associated literature related to revenue sources.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conduct of study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>take into consideration whether the potential revenues from other sources—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>are equitably associated with the construction, operation, and maintenance of inland and intracoastal waterway infrastructure, including locks, dams, and navigation channels; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>can be efficiently collected;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>consult with, at a minimum—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>representatives of the Inland Waterways Users Board; and<page>128 STAT. 1266</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>representatives of other nonnavigation beneficiaries of inland and intracoastal waterway infrastructure, including persons benefitting from—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>municipal water supply;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>hydropower;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>recreation;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> (IV) </num><content>industrial water supply;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> (V) </num><content>flood damage reduction;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VI"> (VI) </num><content>agricultural water supply;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VII"> (VII) </num><content>environmental restoration;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="VIII"> (VIII) </num><content>local and regional economic development; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IX"> (IX) </num><content>local real estate interests; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>representatives of other interests, as identified by the Secretary; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>provide the opportunity for public hearings in each of the geographic regions that contain segments of the inland and intracoastal waterways listed in section 206 of the Inland Waterways Revenue Act of 1978 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1804">33 U.S.C. 1804</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works, the Committee on Finance, and the Committee on the Budget of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, the Committee on Ways and Means, and the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives, and make publicly available, a report on the results of the study.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2005">SEC. 2005. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Review.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading>INLAND WATERWAYS STAKEHOLDER ROUNDTABLE.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct an inland waterways stakeholder roundtable to provide for a review and evaluation of issues related to financial management of the inland and intracoastal waterways.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Selection of Participants</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Selection.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 45 days after the date on which the Secretary submits to Congress the report required by section 2004(b), the Secretary, in consultation with the Inland Waterways Users Board, shall select individuals to be invited to participate in the stakeholder roundtable.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The individuals selected under paragraph (1) shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>representatives of the primary users, shippers, and suppliers utilizing the inland and intracoastal waterways for commercial purposes;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>representatives of State and Federal agencies having a direct and substantial interest in the commercial use of the inland and intracoastal waterways;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><chapeau>representatives of other nonnavigation beneficiaries of the inland and intracoastal waterways infrastructure, including individuals benefitting from—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>municipal water supply;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>hydropower;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>recreation;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>industrial water supply;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>flood damage reduction;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> (vi) </num><content>agricultural water supply;<page>128 STAT. 1267</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vii"> (vii) </num><content>environmental restoration;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="viii"> (viii) </num><content>local and regional economic development; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ix"> (ix) </num><content>local real estate interests; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>other interested individuals with significant financial and engineering expertise and direct knowledge of the inland and coastal waterways.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Framework and Agenda</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall work with a group of the individuals selected under subsection (b) to develop the framework and agenda for the stakeholder roundtable.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conduct of Stakeholder Roundtable</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date on which the Secretary submits to Congress the report required by section 2004(b), the Secretary shall conduct the stakeholder roundtable.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Issues to be discussed</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The stakeholder roundtable shall provide for the review and evaluation described in subsection (a) and shall include the following:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>An evaluation of any recommendations that have been developed to address funding options for the inland and coastal waterways, including any recommendations in the report required under section 2004(b).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>An evaluation of the funding status of the inland and coastal waterways.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Identification and evaluation of the ongoing and projected water infrastructure needs of the inland and coastal waterways.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Identification of a process for meeting such needs, with timeline for addressing the funding challenges for the Inland Waterways Trust Fund.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Secretary submits to Congress the report required by section 2004(b), the Secretary shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report that contains—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a summary of the stakeholder roundtable, including areas of concurrence on funding approaches and areas of disagreement in meeting funding needs; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations developed by the Secretary for next steps to address the issues discussed at the stakeholder roundtable.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2006">SEC. 2006. </num><heading>PRESERVING THE INLAND WATERWAY TRUST FUND.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Olmsted Project Reform</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of olmsted project</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term <term>“Olmsted Project”</term> means the project for navigation, Lower Ohio River, Locks and Dams 52 and 53, Illinois and Kentucky, authorized by section 3(a)(6) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1988 (<ref href="/us/stat/102/4013">102 Stat. 4013</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Olmsted project reform</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding section 3(a)(6) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1988 (<ref href="/us/stat/102/4013">102 Stat. 4013</ref>), for each fiscal year beginning after September 30, 2014, 15 percent of the cost of construction for the Olmsted Project shall be paid from amounts appropriated from the Inland Waterways Trust Fund.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of congress</inline>.—</heading><content>It is the sense of Congress that the appropriation for the Olmsted Project should be not less than $150,000,000 for each fiscal year until construction of the project is completed.<page>128 STAT. 1268</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Rehabilitation of projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 205(1)(E)(ii) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2327/1/E/ii">33 U.S.C. 2327(1)(E)(ii)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$8,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$20,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2007">SEC. 2007. </num><heading>INLAND WATERWAYS OVERSIGHT.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report regarding the lessons learned from the experience of planning and constructing the Olmsted Project and how such lessons might apply to future inland waterway studies and projects.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Plan.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2253">33 USC 2253</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual Financial Review</inline>.—</heading><content>For any inland waterways project that the Secretary carries out that has an estimated total cost of $500,000,000 or more, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional committees referred to in subsection (a) an annual financial plan for the project. The plan shall be based on detailed annual estimates of the cost to complete the remaining elements of the project and on reasonable assumptions, as determined by the Secretary, of any future increases of the cost to complete the project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Government Accountability Office Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>As soon as practicable after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct, and submit to Congress a report describing the results of, a study to determine why, and to what extent, the project for navigation, Lower Ohio River, Locks and Dams 52 and 53, Illinois and Kentucky (commonly known as the “Olmsted Locks and Dam project”), authorized by section 3(a)(6) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1988 (<ref href="/us/stat/102/4013">102 Stat. 4013</ref>), has exceeded the budget for the project and the reasons why the project failed to be completed as scheduled, including an assessment of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>engineering methods used for the project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the management of the project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>contracting for the project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>the cost to the United States of benefits foregone due to project delays; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>such other contributory factors as the Comptroller General determines to be appropriate.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2008">SEC. 2008. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2254">33 USC 2254</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ASSESSMENT OF OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE NEEDS OF THE ATLANTIC INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY AND THE GULF INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall assess the operation and maintenance needs of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Types of Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall assess the operation and maintenance needs of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway as used for the following purposes:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>Commercial navigation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Commercial fishing.<page>128 STAT. 1269</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>Subsistence, including utilization by Indian tribes (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t25/s450b">25 U.S.C. 450b</ref>)) for subsistence and ceremonial purposes.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>Use as ingress and egress to harbors of refuge.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>Transportation of persons.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>Purposes relating to domestic energy production, including fabrication, servicing, and supply of domestic offshore energy production facilities.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><content>Activities of the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><content>Public health and safety related equipment for responding to coastal and inland emergencies.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> (9) </num><content>Recreation purposes.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> (10) </num><content>Any other authorized purpose.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For fiscal year 2015, and biennially thereafter, in conjunction with the annual budget submission by the President to Congress under <ref href="/us/usc/t31/s1105/a">section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code</ref>, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report that, with respect to the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>identifies the operation and maintenance costs required to achieve the authorized length, width, and depth;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>identifies the amount of funding requested in the President’s budget for operation and maintenance costs; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>identifies the unmet operation and maintenance needs of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2009">SEC. 2009. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2255">33 USC 2255</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>INLAND WATERWAYS RIVERBANK STABILIZATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and biennially thereafter, the Secretary shall conduct a study to determine the feasibility of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>carrying out projects for the inland and intracoastal waterways for purposes of—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>flood damage reduction;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>emergency streambank and shoreline protection; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>prevention and mitigation of shore damages attributable to navigation improvements; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>modifying projects for the inland and intracoastal waterways for the purpose of improving the quality of the environment.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study, the Secretary shall develop specific project recommendations and prioritize those recommendations based on—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the extent of damage and land loss resulting from riverbank erosion;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the rate of erosion;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>the significant threat of future flood risk to public property, public infrastructure, or public safety;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>the destruction of natural resources or habitats; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>the potential cost savings for maintenance of the channel.<page>128 STAT. 1270</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Disposition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out any project identified in the study conducted pursuant to subsection (a) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under one of the following authorities:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>Section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701r">33 U.S.C. 701r</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701s">33 U.S.C. 701s</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>Section 111 of the River and Harbor Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i">33 U.S.C. 426i</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>Section 1135 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a">33 U.S.C. 2309a</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual Report</inline>.—</heading><content>For a project recommended pursuant to the study that cannot be carried out under any of the authorities specified in subsection (c), upon a determination by the Secretary of the feasibility of the project, the Secretary may include a recommendation concerning the project in the annual report submitted to Congress under section 7001.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2010">SEC. 2010. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Minnesota.</p></sidenote><heading>UPPER MISSISSIPPI RIVER PROTECTION.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term <term>“Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam”</term> means the lock and dam located on Mississippi River Mile 853.9 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mandatory Closure</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall close the Upper St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Emergency Operations</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section prevents the Secretary from carrying out emergency lock operations necessary to mitigate flood damage.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2011">SEC. 2011. </num><heading>CORPS OF ENGINEERS LOCK AND DAM ENERGY DEVELOPMENT.</heading><content><p style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 1117 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/stat/100/4236">100 Stat. 4236</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:</p><quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="1117" class="bold ">“SEC. 1117.</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Oklahoma.</p></sidenote><heading class="bold ">W.D. MAYO LOCK AND DAM.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma may—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>design and construct one or more hydroelectric generating facilities at the W.D. Mayo Lock and Dam on the Arkansas River, Oklahoma; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>market the electricity generated from any such facility.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Preconstruction Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Permits</inline>.—</heading><content>Before the date on which construction of a hydroelectric generating facility begins under subsection (a), the Cherokee Nation shall obtain any permit required under Federal or State law, except that the Cherokee Nation shall be exempt from licensing requirements that may otherwise apply to construction, operation, or maintenance of the facility under the Federal Power Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t16/s791a/etseq">16 U.S.C. 791a et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of plans and specifications</inline>.—</heading><content>The Cherokee Nation may initiate the design or construction of a hydroelectric generating facility under subsection (a) only after the Secretary reviews and approves the plans and specifications for the design and construction.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Payment of Design and Construction Costs</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may accept funds offered by the Cherokee Nation and use such funds to carry out the <page>128 STAT. 1271</page>design and construction of a hydroelectric generating facility under subsection (a).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Allocation of costs</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Cherokee Nation shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>bear all costs associated with the design and construction of a hydroelectric generating facility under subsection (a); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>provide any funds necessary for the design and construction to the Secretary prior to the Secretary initiating any activities related to the design and construction.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assumption of Liability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Cherokee Nation shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>hold all title to a hydroelectric generating facility constructed under subsection (a) and may, subject to the approval of the Secretary, assign such title to a third party;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><chapeau>be solely responsible for—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the operation, maintenance, repair, replacement, and rehabilitation of the facility; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the marketing of the electricity generated by the facility; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>release and indemnify the United States from any claims, causes of action, or liabilities that may arise out of any activity undertaken to carry out this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assistance Available</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may provide technical and construction management assistance requested by the Cherokee Nation relating to the design and construction of a hydroelectric generating facility under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Third Party Agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Cherokee Nation may enter into agreements with the Secretary or a third party that the Cherokee Nation or the Secretary determines are necessary to carry out this section.”</content> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2012">SEC. 2012. </num><heading>RESTRICTED AREAS AT CORPS OF ENGINEERS DAMS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 2 of the Freedom to Fish Act (<ref href="/us/stat/127/449">127 Stat. 449</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (b)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“2 years after the date of enactment of this Act”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“4 years after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in the heading of subsection (c) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“<headingText class="small-caps">or Modified</headingText>”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“<headingText class="small-caps">New</headingText>”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in matter preceding paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“new or modified”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“establishes any”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (3) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“2 years after the date of enactment of this Act”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“4 years after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014”</quotedText>.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2013">SEC. 2013. </num><heading>OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FUEL TAXED INLAND WATERWAYS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 102 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2212">33 U.S.C. 2212</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (c) as subsection (d); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (b) the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Floodgates on the Inland Waterways</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and maintenance carried out by the secretary</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary shall be responsible for the operation and maintenance, including repair, of any flood gate, as well as any <page>128 STAT. 1272</page>pumping station constructed within the channel as a single unit with that flood gate, that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>was constructed as of the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 as a feature of an authorized hurricane and storm damage reduction project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>crosses an inland or intracoastal waterway described in section 206 of the Inland Waterways Revenue Act of 1978 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1804">33 U.S.C. 1804</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>The non-Federal share of the cost of operation, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and replacement of any structure under this subsection shall be 35 percent.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading>Port and Harbor Maintenance</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2101">SEC. 2101. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2238b">33 USC 2238b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FUNDING FOR HARBOR MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received”</term> means, with respect to a fiscal year, the aggregate of amounts appropriated, transferred, or credited to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund under section 9505(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 for that fiscal year as set forth in the current year estimate provided in the President’s budget request for the subsequent fiscal year, submitted pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t31/s1105">section 1105 of title 31, United States Code</ref>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Total budget resources</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“total budget resources”</term> means the total amount made available by appropriations Acts from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund for a fiscal year for making expenditures under section 9505(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Target Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The target total budget resources made available to the Secretary from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund for a fiscal year shall be not less than the following:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>For fiscal year 2015, 67 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2014.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>For fiscal year 2016, 69 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2015.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>For fiscal year 2017, 71 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2016.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>For fiscal year 2018, 74 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2017.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>For fiscal year 2019, 77 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2018.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>For fiscal year 2020, 80 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2019.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>For fiscal year 2021, 83 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2020.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="H"> (H) </num><content>For fiscal year 2022, 87 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2021.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>For fiscal year 2023, 91 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2022.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="J"> (J) </num><content>For fiscal year 2024, 95 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in fiscal year 2023.<page>128 STAT. 1273</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="K"> (K) </num><content>For fiscal year 2025, and each fiscal year thereafter, 100 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes received in the previous fiscal year.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of amounts</inline>.—</heading><content>The total budget resources described in paragraph (1) may be used only for making expenditures under section 9505(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Impact on Other Funds</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sense of congress</inline>.—</heading><content>It is the sense of Congress that any increase in funding for harbor maintenance programs under this section shall result from an overall increase in appropriations for the civil works program of the Corps of Engineers and not from reductions in the appropriations for other programs, projects, and activities carried out by the Corps of Engineers for other authorized purposes.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application</inline>.—</heading><content>The target total budget resources for a fiscal year specified in subsection (b)(1) shall only apply in a fiscal year for which the level of appropriations provided for the civil works program of the Corps of Engineers in that fiscal year is increased, as compared to the previous fiscal year, by a dollar amount that is at least equivalent to the dollar amount necessary to address such target total budget resources in that fiscal year.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2102">SEC. 2102. </num><heading>OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF HARBOR PROJECTS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 210 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2238">33 U.S.C. 2238</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and Maintenance of Harbor Projects</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Expenditures.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary shall make expenditures to pay for operation and maintenance costs of the harbors and inland harbors referred to in subsection (a)(2), including expenditures of funds appropriated from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund, based on an equitable allocation of funds among all such harbors and inland harbors.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In determining an equitable allocation of funds under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>consider the information obtained in the assessment conducted under subsection (e);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>consider the national and regional significance of harbor operations and maintenance; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>as appropriate, consider national security and military readiness needs.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall not allocate funds under paragraph (1) based solely on the tonnage transiting through a harbor.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Emerging harbor projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of this subsection, in making expenditures under paragraph (1) for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2022, the Secretary shall allocate for operation and maintenance costs of emerging harbor projects an amount that is not less than 10 percent of the funds made available under this section for fiscal year 2012 to pay the costs described in subsection (a)(2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Management of great lakes navigation system</inline>.—</heading><content>To sustain effective and efficient operation and maintenance <page>128 STAT. 1274</page>of the Great Lakes Navigation System, including any navigation feature in the Great Lakes that is a Federal responsibility with respect to operation and maintenance, the Secretary shall manage all of the individually authorized projects in the Great Lakes Navigation System as components of a single, comprehensive system, recognizing the interdependence of the projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Priority</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For each of fiscal years 2015 through 2024, if priority funds are available, the Secretary shall use the priority funds as follows:</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>90 percent of the priority funds shall be used for high- and moderate-use harbor projects.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>10 percent of the priority funds shall be used for emerging harbor projects.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For each of fiscal years 2015 through 2024, of the priority funds available, the Secretary shall use—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>not less than 5 percent of such funds for underserved harbor projects; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>not less than 10 percent of such funds for projects that are located within the Great Lakes Navigation System.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Underserved harbors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In determining which underserved harbor projects shall receive funds under this paragraph, the Secretary shall consider—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the total quantity of commerce supported by the water body on which the project is located; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><chapeau>the minimum width and depth that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>would be necessary at the underserved harbor project to provide sufficient clearance for fully loaded commercial vessels using the underserved harbor project to maneuver safely; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>does not exceed the constructed width and depth of the authorized navigation project.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Expanded uses</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of eligible harbor or inland harbor defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this paragraph, the term <term>‘eligible harbor or inland harbor’</term> means a harbor or inland harbor at which the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes collected in the immediately preceding 3 fiscal years exceeds the value of the work carried out for the harbor or inland harbor using amounts from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund during those 3 fiscal years.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of expanded uses funds</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fiscal years 2015 through 2024</inline>.—</heading><content>For each of fiscal years 2015 through 2024, of the priority funds available, the Secretary shall use not less than 10 percent of such funds for expanded uses carried out at an eligible harbor or inland harbor.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Subsequent fiscal years</inline>.—</heading><content>For fiscal year 2025 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall use not less than 10 percent of the priority funds available for expanded uses carried out at an eligible harbor or inland harbor.<page>128 STAT. 1275</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In allocating funds under this paragraph, the Secretary shall give priority to projects at eligible harbors or inland harbors for which the difference, calculated in dollars, is greatest between—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the total amount of funding made available for projects at that eligible harbor or inland harbor from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund in the immediately preceding 3 fiscal years; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes collected at that harbor or inland harbor in the immediately preceding 3 fiscal years.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Remaining funds</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For each of fiscal years 2015 through 2024, if after fully funding all projects eligible for funding under paragraphs (1)(B) and (2)(B)(i), priority funds made available under those paragraphs remain unobligated, the Secretary shall use those remaining funds to pay for operation and maintenance costs of any harbor or inland harbor referred to in subsection (a)(2) based on an equitable allocation of those funds among the harbors and inland harbors.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In determining an equitable allocation of funds under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>use the criteria specified in subsection (c)(2)(A); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>make amounts available in accordance with the requirements of paragraph (1)(A).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Emergency expenditures</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this subsection prohibits the Secretary from making an expenditure to pay for the operation and maintenance costs of a specific harbor or inland harbor, including the transfer of funding from the operation and maintenance of a separate project, if—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that the action is necessary to address the navigation needs of a harbor or inland harbor where safe navigation has been severely restricted due to an unforeseen event; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary provides within 90 days of the action notice and information on the need for the action to the Committee on Environment and Public Works and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assessment of Harbors and Inland Harbors</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, and biennially thereafter, the Secretary shall assess the operation and maintenance needs and uses of the harbors and inland harbors referred to in subsection (a)(2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assessment of harbor needs and activities</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Total operation and maintenance needs of harbors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Secretary shall identify—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the total future costs required to achieve and maintain the constructed width and depth for the harbors and inland harbors referred to in subsection (a)(2); and<page>128 STAT. 1276</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the total expected costs for expanded uses at eligible harbors or inland harbors referred to in subsection (d)(2).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Uses of harbors and inland harbors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Secretary shall identify current uses (and, to the extent practicable, assess the national, regional, and local benefits of such uses) of harbors and inland harbors referred to in subsection (a)(2), including the use of those harbors for—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>commercial navigation, including the movement of goods;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>domestic trade;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>international trade;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>commercial fishing;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>subsistence, including use by Indian tribes (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t25/s450b">25 U.S.C. 450b</ref>)) for subsistence and ceremonial purposes;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> “(vi) </num><content>use as a harbor of refuge;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vii"> “(vii) </num><content>transportation of persons;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="viii"> “(viii) </num><content>purposes relating to domestic energy production, including the fabrication, servicing, or supply of domestic offshore energy production facilities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ix"> “(ix) </num><content>activities of the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="x"> “(x) </num><content>activities of the Secretary of the Navy;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="xi"> “(xi) </num><content>public health and safety related equipment for responding to coastal and inland emergencies;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="xii"> “(xii) </num><content>recreation purposes; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="xiii"> “(xiii) </num><content>other authorized purposes.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For fiscal year 2016, and biennially thereafter, in conjunction with the President’s annual budget submission to Congress under <ref href="/us/usc/t31/s1105/a">section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code</ref>, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives a report that, with respect to harbors and inland harbors referred to in subsection (a)(2)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>identifies the operation and maintenance costs associated with the harbors and inland harbors, including those costs required to achieve and maintain the constructed width and depth for the harbors and inland harbors and the costs for expanded uses at eligible harbors and inland harbors, on a project-by-project basis;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>identifies the amount of funding requested in the President’s budget for the operation and maintenance costs associated with the harbors and inland harbors, on a project-by-project basis;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>identifies the unmet operation and maintenance needs associated with the harbors and inland harbors, on a project-by-project basis; and<page>128 STAT. 1277</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>identifies the harbors and inland harbors for which the President will allocate funding over the subsequent 5 fiscal years for operation and maintenance activities, on a project-by-project basis, including the amounts to be allocated for such purposes.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public availability</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall make the report submitted under subparagraph (A) available to the public, including on the Internet.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Constructed width and depth</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘constructed width and depth’</term> means the width and depth to which a project has been constructed, which may not exceed the authorized width and depth of the project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Emerging harbor project</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘emerging harbor project’</term> means a project that is assigned to a harbor or inland harbor referred to in subsection (a)(2) that transits less than 1,000,000 tons of cargo annually.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Expanded uses</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘expanded uses’</term> means the following activities:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>The maintenance dredging of a berth in a harbor that is accessible to a Federal navigation project and that benefits commercial navigation at the harbor.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><chapeau>The maintenance dredging and disposal of legacy-contaminated sediment, and sediment unsuitable for open water disposal, if—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>such dredging and disposal benefits commercial navigation at the harbor; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>such sediment is located in and affects the maintenance of a Federal navigation project or is located in a berth that is accessible to a Federal navigation project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Great lakes navigation system</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘Great Lakes Navigation System’</term> includes—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><clause class="inline"><num value="i">(i) </num><content>Lake Superior;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>Lake Huron;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>Lake Michigan;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>Lake Erie; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>Lake Ontario;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>all connecting waters between the lakes referred to in subparagraph (A) used for commercial navigation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>any navigation features in the lakes referred to in subparagraph (A) or waters described in subparagraph (B) that are a Federal operation or maintenance responsibility; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>areas of the Saint Lawrence River that are operated or maintained by the Federal Government for commercial navigation.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Harbor maintenance tax</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘harbor maintenance tax’</term> means the amounts collected under section 4461 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">High-use harbor project</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘high-use harbor project’</term> means a project that is assigned to a harbor or inland harbor referred to in subsection (a)(2) that transits not less than 10,000,000 tons of cargo annually.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Moderate-use harbor project</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘moderate-use harbor project’</term> means a project that is assigned to a harbor <page>128 STAT. 1278</page>or inland harbor referred to in subsection (a)(2) that transits annually—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>more than 1,000,000 tons of cargo; but</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>less than 10,000,000 tons of cargo.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Priority funds</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘priority funds’</term> means the difference between—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the total funds that are made available under this section to pay the costs described in subsection (a)(2) for a fiscal year; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the total funds made available under this section to pay the costs described in subsection (a)(2) in fiscal year 2012.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> “(9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Underserved harbor project</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘underserved harbor project’</term> means a project that is assigned to a harbor or inland harbor referred to in subsection (a)(2)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>that is a moderate-use harbor project or an emerging harbor project;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>that has been maintained at less than the constructed width and depth of the project during each of the preceding 6 fiscal years; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>for which State and local investments in infrastructure have been made at those projects during the preceding 6 fiscal years.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of this paragraph, State and local investments in infrastructure shall include infrastructure investments made using amounts made available for activities under section 105(a)(9) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5305/a/9">42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(9)</ref>).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and Maintenance</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 101(b)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211/b/1">33 U.S.C. 2211(b)(1)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“45 feet”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“50 feet”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 9505(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t26/s9505">26 USC 9505</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996)”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2103">SEC. 2103. </num><heading>CONSOLIDATION OF DEEP DRAFT NAVIGATION EXPERTISE.</heading><content><p style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 2033(e) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282a/e">33 U.S.C. 2282a(e)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:</p><quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deep draft navigation planning center of expertise</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall consolidate deep draft navigation expertise within the Corps of Engineers into a deep draft navigation planning center of expertise.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">List</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date of the consolidation required under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a list of the grade levels and expertise of each of the personnel assigned to the center described in subparagraph (A).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.<page>128 STAT. 1279</page> </content> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2104">SEC. 2104. </num><heading>REMOTE AND SUBSISTENCE HARBORS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 2006 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2242">33 U.S.C. 2242</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in paragraph (1)(B) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or Alaska”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“Hawaii”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“community”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“region”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, as determined by the Secretary, including consideration of information provided by the non-Federal interest”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“improvement”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>Projects recommended by the Secretary under subsection (a) shall be given equivalent budget consideration and priority as projects recommended solely by national economic development benefits.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Disposition</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may carry out any project identified in the study carried out pursuant to subsection (a) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under the authority of the Secretary under section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal interests</inline>.—</heading><content>In evaluating and implementing a project under this section, the Secretary shall allow a non-Federal interest to participate in the financing of a project in accordance with the criteria established for flood control projects under section 903(c) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/pl/99/662">Public Law 99–662</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/100/4184">100 Stat. 4184</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual Report</inline>.—</heading><content>For a project that cannot be carried out under the authority specified in subsection (d), on a determination by the Secretary of the feasibility of the project under subsection (a), the Secretary may include a recommendation concerning the project in the annual report submitted to Congress under section 7001.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2105">SEC. 2105. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2243">33 USC 2243</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ARCTIC DEEP DRAFT PORT DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIPS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may provide technical assistance to non-Federal public entities, including Indian tribes (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t25/s450b">25 U.S.C. 450b</ref>)), for the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of channels, harbors, and related infrastructure associated with deep draft ports for purposes of dealing with Arctic development and security needs.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Acceptance of Funds</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary is authorized to accept and expend funds provided by non-Federal public entities, including Indian tribes (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t25/s450b">25 U.S.C. 450b</ref>)), to carry out the technical assistance activities described in subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>No assistance may be provided under this section until after the date on which the entity to which that assistance is to be provided enters into a written agreement with the Secretary that includes such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be appropriate and in the public interest.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall prioritize technical assistance provided under this section for Arctic deep draft ports <page>128 STAT. 1280</page>identified by the Secretary, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Secretary of Defense as important for Arctic development and security.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2106">SEC. 2106. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2238c">33 USC 2238c</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ADDITIONAL MEASURES AT DONOR PORTS AND ENERGY TRANSFER PORTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cargo container</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“cargo container”</term> means a cargo container that is 1 Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Donor port</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“donor port”</term> means a port—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>that is subject to the harbor maintenance fee under <ref href="/us/cfr/t19/s24.24">section 24.24 of title 19, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or a successor regulation);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>at which the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes collected comprise not less than $15,000,000 annually of the total funding of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund established under section 9505 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>that received less than 25 percent of the total amount of harbor maintenance taxes collected at that port in the previous 5 fiscal years; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>that is located in a State in which more than 2,000,000 cargo containers were unloaded from or loaded on to vessels in fiscal year 2012.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Energy commodity</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“energy commodity”</term> includes—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>petroleum products;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>natural gas;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>coal;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>wind and solar energy components; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>biofuels.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Energy transfer port</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“energy transfer port”</term> means a port—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>that is subject to the harbor maintenance fee under section 24.24 of title 19, Code of Federal Regulation (or any successor regulation); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><clause class="inline"><num value="i">(i) </num><content>at which energy commodities comprised greater than 25 percent of all commercial activity by tonnage in fiscal year 2012; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>through which more than 40,000,000 tons of cargo were transported in fiscal year 2012.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Expanded uses</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“expanded uses”</term> has the meaning given the term in section 210(f) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2238/f">33 U.S.C. 2238(f)</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Harbor maintenance tax</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“harbor maintenance tax”</term> has the meaning given the term in section 210(f) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2238/f">33 U.S.C. 2238(f)</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary may provide to donor ports and energy transfer ports amounts in accordance with this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Amounts provided under this section—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>for energy transfer ports shall be divided equally among all States with an energy transfer port; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>shall be made available to a port as either a donor port or an energy transfer port and no port may receive <page>128 STAT. 1281</page>amounts as both a donor port and an energy transfer port.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of Funds</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Amounts provided under this section may be used by a donor port or an energy transfer port—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>to provide payments to importers entering cargo or shippers transporting cargo through that port, as calculated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection according to the amount of harbor maintenance taxes collected;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>for expanded uses; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>for environmental remediation related to dredging berths and Federal navigation channels.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration of Payments</inline>.—</heading><content>If a donor port or an energy transfer port elects to provide payments to importers or shippers under subsection (c), the Secretary shall transfer the amount that would otherwise be provided to the port under this section that is equal to those payments to the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to provide the payments to the importers or shippers.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall assess the impact of the authority provided by this section and submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report on the results of that assessment, including any recommendations for <amendingAction type="amend">amending</amendingAction> or reauthorizing the authority.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Factors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the assessment under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall assess—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the impact of the amounts provided and used under this section on those ports that received funds under this section; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>any impact on domestic harbors and ports that did not receive funds under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2018.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Division between donor ports and energy transfer ports</inline>.—</heading><content>For each fiscal year, amounts made available to carry out this section shall be provided in equal amounts to donor ports and energy transfer ports.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>If the target total budget resources under subparagraphs (A) through (D) of section 2101(b)(1) are met for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2018, there is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2022.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="2107">SEC. 2107. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211a">33 USC 2211a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PRESERVING UNITED STATES HARBORS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Review.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon a request from a non-Federal interest, the Secretary shall review a report developed by the non-Federal interest that provides an economic justification for Federal investment in the operation and maintenance of a federally authorized harbor or inland harbor (referred to in this section as a “federally authorized harbor”).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Justification of Investment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A report submitted under subsection (a) may provide for an economic justification of Federal <page>128 STAT. 1282</page>investment in the operation and maintenance of a federally authorized harbor based on—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the projected economic benefits, including transportation savings and job creation; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>other factors, including navigation safety, national security, and sustainability of subsistence harbors.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Written Response</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Secretary receives a report under subsection (a), the Secretary shall provide to the non-Federal interest a written response to the report, including an assessment of the information provided by the non-Federal interest.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>As the Secretary determines to be appropriate, the Secretary may use the information provided in the report under subsection (a) to justify additional operation and maintenance funding for a federally authorized harbor in accordance with section 101(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211/b">33 U.S.C. 2211(b)</ref>).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation on Statutory Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section may be construed to preclude the operation and maintenance of a federally authorized harbor under section 101(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2211/b">33 U.S.C. 2211(b)</ref>).</content> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="III">TITLE III—</num><heading>SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS AND ADDRESSING EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS</heading> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>Dam Safety</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3001">SEC. 3001. </num><heading>DAM SAFETY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467/etseq">33 U.S.C. 467 et seq.</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Director”</quotedText> each place it appears and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Administrator”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conforming amendment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2 of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467">33 U.S.C. 467</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (3);</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (1) and (2) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before paragraph (2) (as redesignated by subparagraph (B)) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Definition.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘Administrator’</term> means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inspection of Dams</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 3(b)(1) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467a/b/1">33 U.S.C. 467a(b)(1)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or maintenance”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“maintenance, condition, or provisions for emergency operations”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">National Dam Safety Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Objectives</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 8(c) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467f/c">33 U.S.C. 467f(c)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (4) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>develop and implement a comprehensive dam safety hazard education and public awareness initiative to assist the public in preparing for, mitigating, responding to, and recovering from dam incidents;”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.<page>128 STAT. 1283</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Board</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 8(f)(4) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467f/f/4">33 U.S.C. 467f(f)(4)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, representatives from nongovernmental organizations,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“State agencies”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Awareness and Outreach for Dam Safety</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467/etseq">33 U.S.C. 467 et seq.</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> sections 11, 12, and 13<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">33 USC</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">467h–467j.</p></sidenote> as sections 12, 13, and 14, respectively; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after section 10 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467g–1">33 U.S.C. 467g–1</ref>) the following:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658142"><num value="11">“SEC. 11.</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467g–2">33 USC 467g–2</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PUBLIC AWARENESS AND OUTREACH FOR DAM SAFETY.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> “The<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote> Administrator, in consultation with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, dam owners, the emergency management community, the private sector, nongovernmental organizations and associations, institutions of higher education, and any other appropriate entities shall, subject to the availability of appropriations, carry out a nationwide public awareness and outreach initiative to assist the public in preparing for, mitigating, responding to, and recovering from dam incidents.”</content> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">National dam safety program</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual amounts</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 14(a)(1) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467j/a/1">33 U.S.C. 467j(a)(1)</ref>) (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$6,500,000”</quotedText> and all that follows through <quotedText>“2011”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$9,200,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019”</quotedText>.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Maximum amount of allocation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 14(a)(2)(B) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467j/a/2/B">33 U.S.C. 467j(a)(2)(B)</ref>) (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The amount”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The amount”</content> </clause> </quotedContent>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fiscal year 2015 and subsequent fiscal years</inline>.—</heading><content>For fiscal year 2015 and each subsequent fiscal year, the amount of funds allocated to a State under this paragraph may not exceed the amount of funds committed by the State to implement dam safety activities.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">National dam inventory</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 14(b) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467j/b">33 U.S.C. 467j(b)</ref>) (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$650,000”</quotedText> and all that follows through <quotedText>“2011”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$500,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public awareness</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 14 of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467j">33 U.S.C. 467j</ref>) (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsections (c) through (f) as subsections (d) through (g), respectively; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (b) the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Awareness</inline>.—</heading><content>There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out section 11 $1,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Research</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 14(d) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <page>128 STAT. 1284</page><quotedText>“$1,600,000”</quotedText> and all that follows through <quotedText>“2011”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$1,450,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Dam safety training</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 14(e) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$550,000”</quotedText> and all that follows through <quotedText>“2011”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$750,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Staff</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 14(f) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$700,000”</quotedText> and all that follows through <quotedText>“2011”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$1,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 14(a)(1) of the National Dam Safety Program Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s467j/a/1">33 U.S.C. 467j(a)(1)</ref>) (as so redesignated) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“sections 7, 8, and 11”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“sections 7, 8, and 12”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading>Levee Safety</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3011">SEC. 3011. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n">33 USC 701n note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SYSTEMWIDE IMPROVEMENT FRAMEWORK.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> A levee system shall remain eligible for rehabilitation assistance under the authority provided by section 5 of the Act of August 18, 1941 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n">33 U.S.C. 701n</ref>) as long as the levee system sponsor continues to make satisfactory progress, as determined by the Secretary, on an approved systemwide improvement framework or letter of intent.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3012">SEC. 3012. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701b–16">33 USC 701b–16</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MANAGEMENT OF FLOOD RISK REDUCTION PROJECTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>If 2 or more flood control projects are located within the same geographic area, the Secretary shall, at the request of the non-Federal interests for the affected projects, consider those projects as a single program for budgetary or project management purposes, if the Secretary determines that doing so would not be incompatible with the authorized project purposes.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost Share</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If any work on a project to which subsection (a) applies is required solely because of impacts to that project from a navigation project, the cost of carrying out that work shall be shared in accordance with the cost-sharing requirements for the navigation project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of amounts</inline>.—</heading><content>Work described in paragraph (1) may be carried out using amounts made available under subsection (a).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3013">SEC. 3013. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n">33 USC 701n note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>VEGETATION MANAGEMENT POLICY.</heading><subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>“guidelines”</term> means the Corps of Engineers policy guidelines for management of vegetation on levees, including—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>Engineering Technical Letter 1110–2–571 entitled “Guidelines for Landscape Planting and Vegetation Management at Levees, Floodwalls, Embankment Dams, and Appurtenant Structures” and adopted April 10, 2009; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>the draft policy guidance letter entitled “Process for Requesting a Variance from Vegetation Standards for Levees and Floodwalls” (<ref href="/us/fr/77/9637">77 Fed. Reg. 9637</ref> (Feb. 17, 2012)).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out a comprehensive review of the guidelines in order to determine whether current Federal policy relating to levee vegetation is appropriate for all regions of the United States.<page>128 STAT. 1285</page></content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Factors</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the review, the Secretary shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>the varied interests and responsibilities in managing flood risks, including the need—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>to provide the greatest benefits for public safety with limited resources; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>to ensure that levee safety investments minimize environmental impacts and provide corresponding public safety benefits;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the levee safety benefits that can be provided by woody vegetation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><chapeau>the preservation, protection, and enhancement of natural resources, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the benefit of vegetation on levees in providing habitat for species of concern, including endangered, threatened, and candidate species; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the impact of removing levee vegetation on compliance with other regulatory requirements;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>protecting the rights of Indian tribes pursuant to treaties and statutes;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>determining how vegetation impacts the performance of a levee or levee system during a storm or flood event;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>the available science and the historical record regarding the link between vegetation on levees and flood risk;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>the avoidance of actions requiring significant economic costs and environmental impacts; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="H"> (H) </num><content>other factors relating to the factors described in subparagraphs (A) through (F) identified in public comments that the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Variance considerations</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the review, the Secretary shall specifically consider factors that promote and allow for consideration of variances from guidelines on a Statewide, tribal, regional, or watershed basis, including variances based on—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>regional or watershed soil conditions;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>hydrologic factors;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>vegetation patterns and characteristics;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>environmental resources, including endangered, threatened, or candidate species and related regulatory requirements;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>levee performance history, including historical information on original construction and subsequent operation and maintenance activities;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> (vi) </num><content>any effects on water supply;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vii"> (vii) </num><content>any scientific evidence on the link between levee vegetation and levee safety;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="viii"> (viii) </num><content>institutional considerations, including implementation challenges and conflicts with or violations of Federal or State environmental laws;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ix"> (ix) </num><content>the availability of limited funds for levee construction and rehabilitation;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="x"> (x) </num><content>the economic and environmental costs of removing woody vegetation on levees; and<page>128 STAT. 1286</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="xi"> (xi) </num><content>other relevant factors identified in public comments that the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><content>The scope of a variance approved by the Secretary may include a complete exemption to guidelines, if appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperation and Consultation; Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out the review under this section in consultation with other applicable Federal agencies, representatives of State, regional, local, and tribal governments, appropriate nongovernmental organizations, and the public.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Regional integration teams</inline>.—</heading><content>Corps of Engineers Regional Integration Teams, representing districts, divisions, and headquarters, in consultation with State and Federal resource agencies, and with participation by local agencies, shall submit to the Secretary any recommendations for vegetation management policies for levees that conform with Federal and State laws and other applicable requirements, including recommendations relating to the review of guidelines under subsection (b) and the consideration of variances under subsection (c)(2).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State, tribal, regional, and local entities</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall consider and accept recommendations from any State, tribal, regional, or local entity for vegetation management policies for levees that conform with Federal and State laws and other applicable requirements, including recommendations relating to the review of guidelines under subsection (b) and the consideration of variances under subsection (c)(2).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Independent Consultation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the review, the Secretary shall solicit and consider the views of independent experts on the engineering, environmental, and institutional considerations underlying the guidelines, including the factors described in subsection (c) and any information obtained by the Secretary under subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Availability of views</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The views of the independent experts obtained under paragraph (1) shall be—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>made available to the public; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>included in supporting materials issued in connection with the revised guidelines required under subsection (f).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Revision of Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>revise the guidelines based on the results of the review, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>recommendations received as part of the consultation described in subsection (d)(1); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the views received under subsection (e);</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>provide the public not less than 30 days to review and comment on draft guidelines before issuing final guidelines; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>submit to Congress and make publicly available a report that contains a summary of the activities of the <page>128 STAT. 1287</page>Secretary and a description of the findings of the Secretary under this section.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Content; incorporation into manual</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The revised guidelines shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>provide a practical, flexible process for approving Statewide, tribal, regional, or watershed variances from the guidelines that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>reflect due consideration of the factors described in subsection (c); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>incorporate State, tribal, and regional vegetation management guidelines for specific areas that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>are consistent with the guidelines; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>have been adopted through a formal public process; and</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>be incorporated into the manual proposed under section 5(c) of the Act of August 18, 1941 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n/c">33 U.S.C. 701n(c)</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to meet deadlines</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Secretary fails to submit a report by the required deadline under this subsection, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a detailed explanation of—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>why the deadline was missed;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>solutions needed to meet the deadline; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>a projected date for submission of the report.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interim Actions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Until the date on which revisions to the guidelines are adopted in accordance with subsection (f), the Secretary shall not require the removal of existing vegetation as a condition or requirement for any approval or funding of a project, or any other action, unless the specific vegetation has been demonstrated to present an unacceptable safety risk.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Revisions</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning on the date on which the revisions to the guidelines are adopted in accordance with subsection (f), the Secretary shall reconsider, on request of an affected entity, any previous action of the Corps of Engineers in which the outcome was affected by the former guidelines.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3014">SEC. 3014. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4131">42 USC 4131</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>LEVEE CERTIFICATIONS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Implementation of Flood Protection Structure Accreditation Task Force</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out <ref href="/us/pl/112/141/s100226">section 100226 of Public Law 112–141</ref> (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4101">42 U.S.C. 4101 note</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/126/942">126 Stat. 942</ref>), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>ensure that at least 1 program activity carried out under the inspection of completed works program of the Corps of Engineers provides adequate information to the Secretary to reach a levee accreditation decision under <ref href="/us/cfr/t44/s65.10">section 65.10 of title 44, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or successor regulation); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>to the maximum extent practicable, carry out activities under the inspection of completed works program of the Corps of Engineers in alignment with the schedule established for the national flood insurance program established under chapter 1 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4011/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4011 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Accelerated Levee System Evaluations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1288</page></chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>On receipt of a request from a non-Federal interest, the Secretary may carry out a levee system evaluation of a federally authorized levee for purposes of the national flood insurance program established under chapter 1 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4011/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4011 et seq.</ref>) if the evaluation will be carried out earlier than such an evaluation would be carried out under subsection (a).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A levee system evaluation under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>at a minimum, comply with <ref href="/us/cfr/t44/s65.10">section 65.10 of title 44, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>be carried out in accordance with such procedures as the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, may establish.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may use amounts made available under section 22 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–16">42 U.S.C. 1962d–16</ref>) to carry out this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall apply the cost share under section 22(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–16/b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–16(b)</ref>) to any activities carried out under this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3015">SEC. 3015. </num><heading>PLANNING ASSISTANCE TO STATES.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 22 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–16">42 U.S.C. 1962d–16</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or other non-Federal interest working with a State”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“cooperate with any State”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, including plans to comprehensively address water resources challenges,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“of such State”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (2)(A), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, at Federal expense,”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“subsection (a)(1)”</quotedText> each place it appears and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“subsection (a)”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs (3) and (4), respectively; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (1) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contributed funds</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may accept and expend funds in excess of the fees established under paragraph (1) that are provided by a State or other non-Federal interest for assistance under this section.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$10,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$30,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$2,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000 in Federal funds”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (2), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$15,000,000”</quotedText>.<page>128 STAT. 1289</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3016">SEC. 3016. </num><heading>LEVEE SAFETY.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 9001 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3301">33 U.S.C. 3301 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in the section heading, by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“; purposes”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“title”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“This title”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Short Title</inline>.—</heading><content>This title”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purposes of this title are—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>to ensure that human lives and property that are protected by new and existing levees are safe;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>to encourage the use of appropriate engineering policies, procedures, and technical practices for levee site investigation, design, construction, operation and maintenance, inspection, assessment, and emergency preparedness;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>to develop and support public education and awareness projects to increase public acceptance and support of levee safety programs and provide information;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>to build public awareness of the residual risks associated with living in levee protected areas;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><content>to develop technical assistance materials, seminars, and guidelines to improve the security of levees of the United States; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><content>to encourage the establishment of effective State and tribal levee safety programs.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 9002 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3301">33 U.S.C. 3301</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), and (6), as paragraphs (3), (6), (7), (14), (15), and (16), respectively;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before paragraph (3) (as redesignated by paragraph (1)) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘Administrator’</term> means the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Canal structure</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘canal structure’</term> means an embankment, wall, or structure along a canal or manmade watercourse that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>constrains water flows;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>is subject to frequent water loading; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>is an integral part of a flood risk reduction system that protects the leveed area from flood waters associated with hurricanes, precipitation events, seasonal high water, and other weather-related events.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exclusion</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘canal structure’</term> does not include a barrier across a watercourse.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (3) (as redesignated by paragraph (1)) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Floodplain management</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘floodplain management’</term> means the operation of a community program of corrective and preventative measures for reducing flood damage.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Indian tribe</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘Indian tribe’</term> has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t25/s450b">25 U.S.C. 450b</ref>).”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (7) (as redesignated by paragraph (1)) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1290</page></chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘levee’</term> means a manmade barrier (such as an embankment, floodwall, or other structure)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the primary purpose of which is to provide hurricane, storm, or flood protection relating to seasonal high water, storm surges, precipitation, or other weather events; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>that is normally subject to water loading for only a few days or weeks during a calendar year.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘levee’</term> includes a levee system, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><chapeau>levees and canal structures that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>constrain water flows;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>are subject to more frequent water loading; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>do not constitute a barrier across a watercourse; and</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>roadway and railroad embankments, but only to the extent that the embankments are integral to the performance of a flood damage reduction system.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘levee’</term> does not include—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>a roadway or railroad embankment that is not integral to the performance of a flood damage reduction system;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>a canal constructed completely within natural ground without any manmade structure (such as an embankment or retaining wall to retain water or a case in which water is retained only by natural ground);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>a canal regulated by a Federal or State agency in a manner that ensures that applicable Federal safety criteria are met;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><chapeau>a levee or canal structure—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>that is not a part of a Federal flood damage reduction system;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>that is not recognized under the National Flood Insurance Program as providing protection from the 1-percent-annual-chance or greater flood;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>that is not greater than 3 feet high;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> “(IV) </num><content>the population in the leveed area of which is less than 50 individuals; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> “(V) </num><content>the leveed area of which is less than 1,000 acres; or</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>any shoreline protection or river bank protection system (such as revetments or barrier islands).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee feature</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘levee feature’</term> means a structure that is critical to the functioning of a levee, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>an embankment section;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>a floodwall section;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>a closure structure;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>a pumping station;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>an interior drainage work; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><content>a flood damage reduction channel.<page>128 STAT. 1291</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> “(9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee system</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>‘levee system’</term> means 1 or more levee segments, including all levee features that are interconnected and necessary to ensure protection of the associated leveed areas—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>that collectively provide flood damage reduction to a defined area; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the failure of 1 of which may result in the failure of the entire system.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> “(10) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">National levee database</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘national levee database’</term> means the levee database established under section 9004.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="11"> “(11) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Participating program</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘participating program’</term> means a levee safety program developed by a State or Indian tribe that includes the minimum components necessary for recognition by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="12"> “(12) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Rehabilitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘rehabilitation’</term> means the repair, replacement, reconstruction, removal of a levee, or reconfiguration of a levee system, including a setback levee, that is carried out to reduce flood risk or meet national levee safety guidelines.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="13"> “(13) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Risk</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘risk’</term> means a measure of the probability and severity of undesirable consequences.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Committee on Levee Safety</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 9003 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3302">33 U.S.C. 3302</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraphs (1) and (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Nonvoting members</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The following 2 nonvoting members:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>The Secretary (or a designee of the Secretary).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>The Administrator (or a designee of the Administrator).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (3) as paragraph (2); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>in paragraph (2) (as redesignated by subparagraph (B)) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“voting”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“14”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (g) as subsection (h); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (c) through (f) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Terms of voting members</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A voting member of the committee shall be appointed for a term of 3 years, except that, of the members first appointed—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>5 shall be appointed for a term of 1 year;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>5 shall be appointed for a term of 2 years; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>4 shall be appointed for a term of 3 years.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reappointment</inline>.—</heading><content>A voting member of the committee may be reappointed to the committee, as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Vacancies</inline>.—</heading><content>A vacancy on the committee shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment was made.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Chairperson</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1292</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Appointment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The voting members of the committee shall appoint a chairperson from among the voting members of the committee.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Term</inline>.—</heading><content>The chairperson shall serve a term of not more than 2 years.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Standing Committees</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The committee may establish standing committees comprised of volunteers from all levels of government and the private sector, to advise the committee regarding specific levee safety issues, including participating programs, technical issues, public education and awareness, and safety and the environment.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><content>The committee shall recommend to the Secretary for approval individuals for membership on the standing committees.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duties and Powers</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The committee—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>shall submit to the Secretary and Congress an annual report regarding the effectiveness of the levee safety initiative in accordance with section 9006; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>may secure from other Federal agencies such services, and enter into such contracts, as the committee determines to be necessary to carry out this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Task Force Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>The committee shall, to the maximum extent practicable, coordinate the activities of the committee with the Federal Interagency Floodplain Management Task Force.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Compensation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal employees</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each member of the committee who is an officer or employee of the United States—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>shall serve without compensation in addition to compensation received for the services of the member as an officer or employee of the United States; but</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>shall be allowed a per diem allowance for travel expenses, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/ch57/schI">subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in the performance of the duties of the committee.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal employees</inline>.—</heading><content>To the extent amounts are made available to carry out this section in appropriations Acts, the Secretary shall provide to each member of the committee who is not an officer or employee of the United States a stipend and a per diem allowance for travel expenses, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/ch57/schI">subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in performance of services for the committee.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Standing committee members</inline>.—</heading><content>Each member of a standing committee shall serve in a voluntary capacity.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inventory of Levees</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 9004 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3303">33 U.S.C. 3303</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a)(2)(A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and, for non-Federal levees, such information on levee location as is provided to the Secretary by State and local governmental agencies”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and updated levee information provided by States, Indian tribes, Federal agencies, and other entities”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<page>128 STAT. 1293</page><quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out a one-time inventory and review of all levees identified in the national levee database.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">No federal interest</inline>.—</heading><content>The inventory and inspection under paragraph (1) does not create a Federal interest in the construction, operation, or maintenance of any levee that is included in the inventory or inspected under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review criteria</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the inventory and review, the Secretary shall use the levee safety action classification criteria to determine whether a levee should be classified in the inventory as requiring a more comprehensive inspection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State and tribal participation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>At the request of a State or Indian tribe with respect to any levee subject to review under this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>allow an official of the State or Indian tribe to participate in the review of the levee; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>provide information to the State or Indian tribe relating to the location, construction, operation, or maintenance of the levee.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exceptions</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the inventory and review under this subsection, the Secretary shall not be required to review any levee that has been inspected by a State or Indian tribe using the same methodology described in paragraph (3) during the 1-year period immediately preceding the date of enactment of this subsection if the Governor of the State or chief executive of the tribal government, as applicable, requests an exemption from the review.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee Safety Initiative</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Sections 9005 and 9006 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3304">33 U.S.C. 3304</ref>, 3305) are redesignated as sections 9007 and 9008, respectively.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee safety initiative</inline>.—</heading><content>Title IX of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3301/etseq">33 U.S.C. 3301 et seq.</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after section 9004 the following:<quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="9005" class="bold ">“SEC. 9005. </num><heading class="bold "><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3303a">33 USC 3303a</ref>.</p></sidenote>LEVEE SAFETY INITIATIVE.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator, shall carry out a levee safety initiative.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Appointment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Management</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall appoint—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>an administrator of the levee safety initiative; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>such staff as are necessary to implement the initiative.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee Safety Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator and in coordination with State, local, and tribal governments and organizations with expertise in levee safety, shall establish a set of voluntary, comprehensive, national levee safety guidelines that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>are available for common, uniform use by all Federal, State, tribal, and local agencies;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>incorporate policies, procedures, standards, and criteria for a range of levee types, canal structures, and related facilities and features; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>provide for adaptation to local, regional, or watershed conditions.<page>128 STAT. 1294</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>The policies, procedures, standards, and criteria under paragraph (1)(B) shall be developed taking into consideration the levee hazard potential classification system established under subsection (d).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Incorporation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The guidelines shall address, to the maximum extent practicable—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the activities and practices carried out by State, local, and tribal governments, and the private sector to safely build, regulate, operate, and maintain levees; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>Federal activities that facilitate State efforts to develop and implement effective State programs for the safety of levees, including levee inspection, levee rehabilitation, locally developed floodplain management, and public education and training programs.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration by federal agencies</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, all Federal agencies shall consider the levee safety guidelines in carrying out activities relating to the management of levees.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public comment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Prior to finalizing the guidelines under this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>issue draft guidelines for public comment, including comment by States, non-Federal interests, and other appropriate stakeholders; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>consider any comments received in the development of final guidelines.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Hazard Potential Classification System</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish a hazard potential classification system for use under the levee safety initiative and participating programs.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Review.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Revision</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall review and, as necessary, revise the hazard potential classification system not less frequently than once every 5 years.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consistency</inline>.—</heading><content>The hazard potential classification system established pursuant to this subsection shall be consistent with and incorporated into the levee safety action classification tool developed by the Corps of Engineers.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical Assistance and Materials</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator, shall provide technical assistance and training to promote levee safety and assist States, communities, and levee owners in—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>developing levee safety programs;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>identifying and reducing flood risks associated with levees;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>identifying local actions that may be carried out to reduce flood risks in leveed areas; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>rehabilitating, improving, replacing, reconfiguring, modifying, and removing levees and levee systems.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To be eligible to receive technical assistance under this subsection, a State shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>be in the process of establishing or have in effect a State levee safety program under which a State levee safety agency, in accordance with State law, carries out the guidelines established under subsection (c)(1); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>allocate sufficient funds in the budget of that State to carry out that State levee safety program.<page>128 STAT. 1295</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Work plans</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with each State receiving technical assistance under this subsection to develop a work plan necessary for the State levee safety program of that State to reach a level of program performance that meets the guidelines established under subsection (c)(1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Education and Awareness</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator, shall carry out public education and awareness efforts relating to the levee safety initiative.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the efforts under paragraph (1), the Secretary and the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>educate individuals living in leveed areas regarding the risks of living in those areas; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>promote consistency in the transmission of information regarding levees among Federal agencies and regarding risk communication at the State and local levels.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State and Tribal Levee Safety Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, in consultation with the Administrator, the Secretary shall issue guidelines that establish the minimum components necessary for recognition of a State or tribal levee safety program as a participating program.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Procedures.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Guideline contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The guidelines under subparagraph (A) shall include provisions and procedures requiring each participating State and Indian tribe to certify to the Secretary that the State or Indian tribe, as applicable—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>has the authority to participate in the levee safety initiative;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>can receive funds under this title;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>has adopted any levee safety guidelines developed under this title;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>will carry out levee inspections;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>will carry out, consistent with applicable requirements, flood risk management and any emergency action planning procedures the Secretary determines to be necessary relating to levees;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> “(vi) </num><content>will carry out public education and awareness activities consistent with the efforts carried out under subsection (f); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vii"> “(vii) </num><content>will collect and share information regarding the location and condition of levees, including for inclusion in the national levee database.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public comment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Prior to finalizing the guidelines under this paragraph, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>issue draft guidelines for public comment; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>consider any comments received in the development of final guidelines.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assistance to states</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may provide assistance, subject to the availability of funding specified in appropriations Acts for Federal Emergency Management Agency activities pursuant to this title and subject to amounts available under subparagraph (E), to States and <page>128 STAT. 1296</page>Indian tribes in establishing participating programs, conducting levee inventories, and improving levee safety programs in accordance with subparagraph (B).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To be eligible to receive assistance under this section, a State or Indian tribe shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>meet the requirements of a participating program established by the guidelines issued under paragraph (1);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>use not less than 25 percent of any amounts received to identify and assess non-Federal levees within the State or on land of the Indian tribe;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>submit to the Secretary and Administrator any information collected by the State or Indian tribe in carrying out this subsection for inclusion in the national levee safety database; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>identify actions to address hazard mitigation activities associated with levees and leveed areas identified in the hazard mitigation plan of the State approved by the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5121/etseq">42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.</ref>).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Measures to assess effectiveness</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator shall implement quantifiable performance measures and metrics to assess the effectiveness of the assistance provided in accordance with subparagraph (A).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In assessing the effectiveness of assistance under clause (i), the Administrator shall consider the degree to which the State or tribal program—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>ensures that human lives and property that are protected by new and existing levees are safe;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>encourages the use of appropriate engineering policies, procedures, and technical practices for levee site investigation, design, construction, operation and maintenance, inspection, assessment, and emergency preparedness;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>develops and supports public education and awareness projects to increase public acceptance and support of levee safety programs and provide information;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> “(IV) </num><content>builds public awareness of the residual risks associated with living in levee protected areas; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> “(V) </num><content>develops technical assistance materials, seminars, and guidelines to improve the security of levees of the United States.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Maintenance of effort</inline>.—</heading><content>Technical assistance or grants may not be provided to a State under this subsection during a fiscal year unless the State enters into an agreement with the Administrator to ensure that the State will maintain during that fiscal year aggregate expenditures for programs to ensure levee safety that equal or exceed the average annual level of such expenditures <page>128 STAT. 1297</page>for the State for the 2 fiscal years preceding that fiscal year.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of appropriations</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>There is authorized to be appropriated to the Administrator to carry out this subsection $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Allocation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For each fiscal year, amounts made available under this subparagraph shall be allocated among the States and Indian tribes as follows:</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>⅓ among States and Indian tribes that qualify for assistance under this subsection.</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><chapeau>⅔ among States and Indian tribes that qualify for assistance under this subsection, to each such State or Indian tribe in the proportion that—</chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> “(aa) </num><content>the miles of levees in the State or on the land of the Indian tribe that are listed on the inventory of levees; bears to</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> “(bb) </num><content>the miles of levees in all States and on the land of all Indian tribes that are in the national levee database.</content> </item> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Maximum amount of allocation</inline>.—</heading><content>The amounts allocated to a State or Indian tribe under this subparagraph shall not exceed 50 percent of the reasonable cost of implementing the State or tribal levee safety program.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prohibition</inline>.—</heading><content>No amounts made available to the Administrator under this title shall be used for levee construction, rehabilitation, repair, operations, or maintenance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> “(h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Levee Rehabilitation Assistance Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide assistance to States, Indian tribes, and local governments relating to addressing flood mitigation activities that result in an overall reduction in flood risk.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To be eligible to receive assistance under this subsection, a State, Indian tribe, or local government shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>participate in, and comply with, all applicable Federal floodplain management and flood insurance programs;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><chapeau>have in place a hazard mitigation plan that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>includes all levee risks; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>complies with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/pl/106/390">Public Law 106–390</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/114/1552">114 Stat. 1552</ref>);</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>commit to provide normal operation and maintenance of the project for the 50 year-period following completion of rehabilitation; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><chapeau>comply with such minimum eligibility requirements as the Secretary, in consultation with the committee, may establish to ensure that each owner and operator of a levee under a participating State or tribal levee safety program—<page>128 STAT. 1298</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>acts in accordance with the guidelines developed under subsection (c); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>carries out activities relating to the public in the leveed area in accordance with the hazard mitigation plan described in subparagraph (B).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Floodplain management plans</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of execution of a project agreement for assistance under this subsection, a State, Indian tribe, or local government shall prepare a floodplain management plan in accordance with the guidelines under subparagraph (D) to reduce the impacts of future flood events in each applicable leveed area.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A plan under subparagraph (A) shall address—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>potential measures, practices, and policies to reduce loss of life, injuries, damage to property and facilities, public expenditures, and other adverse impacts of flooding in each applicable leveed area;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>plans for flood fighting and evacuation; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>public education and awareness of flood risks.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of completion of construction of the applicable project, a floodplain management plan prepared under subparagraph (A) shall be implemented.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator, shall develop such guidelines for the preparation of floodplain management plans prepared under this paragraph as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical support</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may provide technical support for the development and implementation of floodplain management plans prepared under this paragraph.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of funds</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Assistance provided under this subsection may be used—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>for any rehabilitation activity to maximize overall risk reduction associated with a levee under a participating State or tribal levee safety program; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>only for a levee that is not federally operated and maintained.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prohibition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Assistance provided under this subsection shall not be used—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>to perform routine operation or maintenance for a levee; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>to make any modification to a levee that does not result in an improvement to public safety.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">No proprietary interest</inline>.—</heading><content>A contract for assistance provided under this subsection shall not be considered to confer any proprietary interest on the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>The maximum Federal share of the cost of any assistance provided under this subsection shall be 65 percent.<page>128 STAT. 1299</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project limit</inline>.—</heading><content>The maximum amount of Federal assistance for a project under this subsection shall be $10,000,000.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>A project shall not receive Federal assistance under this subsection more than 1 time.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> “(9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal interest</inline>.—</heading><content>For a project that is not a project eligible for rehabilitation assistance under section 5 of the Act of August 18, 1941 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n">33 U.S.C. 701n</ref>), the Secretary shall determine that the proposed rehabilitation is in the Federal interest prior to providing assistance for such rehabilitation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> “(10) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Other laws</inline>.—</heading><content>Assistance provided under this subsection shall be subject to all applicable laws (including regulations) that apply to the construction of a civil works project of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect of Section</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>affects the requirement under <ref href="/us/pl/112/141/s100226/b/2">section 100226(b)(2) of Public Law 112–141</ref> (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4101">42 U.S.C. 4101 note</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/126/942">126 Stat. 942</ref>); or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><chapeau>confers any regulatory authority on—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the Secretary; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the Administrator, including for the purpose of setting premium rates under the national flood insurance program established under chapter 1 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4011/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4011 et seq.</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="9006" class="bold ">“SEC. 9006.</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3303b">33 USC 3303b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="bold ">REPORTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State of Levees</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, and biennially thereafter, the Secretary in coordination with the committee, shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report describing the state of levees in the United States and the effectiveness of the levee safety initiative, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>progress achieved in implementing the levee safety initiative;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>State and tribal participation in the levee safety initiative;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><chapeau>recommendations to improve coordination of levee safety, floodplain management, and environmental protection concerns, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>identifying and evaluating opportunities to coordinate public safety, floodplain management, and environmental protection activities relating to levees; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>evaluating opportunities to coordinate environmental permitting processes for operation and maintenance activities at existing levee projects in compliance with all applicable laws; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>any recommendations for legislation and other congressional actions necessary to ensure national levee safety.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusion</inline>.—</heading><content>Each report under paragraph (1) shall include a report of the committee that describes the independent recommendations of the committee for the implementation of the levee safety initiative.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">National Dam and Levee Safety Program</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this subsection, to <page>128 STAT. 1300</page>the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary and the Administrator, in coordination with the committee, shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report that includes recommendations regarding the advisability and feasibility of, and potential approaches for, establishing a joint national dam and levee safety program.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Alignment of Federal Programs Relating to Levees</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on opportunities for alignment of Federal programs to provide incentives to State, tribal, and local governments and individuals and entities—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>to promote shared responsibility for levee safety;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>to encourage the development of strong State and tribal levee safety programs;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>to better align the levee safety initiative with other Federal flood risk management programs; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>to promote increased levee safety through other Federal programs providing assistance to State and local governments.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Liability for Certain Levee Engineering Projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report that includes recommendations that identify and address any legal liability associated with levee engineering projects that prevent—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>levee owners from obtaining needed levee engineering services; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>development and implementation of a State or tribal levee safety program.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 9008 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3305">33 USC 3305</ref>.</p></sidenote> (as redesignated by subsection (e)(1)) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“are”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“is”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“Secretary”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><p style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10">“Secretary—</p><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>to carry out sections 9003, 9005(c), 9005(d), 9005(e), and 9005(f), $4,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>to carry out section 9004, $20,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>to carry out section 9005(h), $30,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3017">SEC. 3017. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3303a">33 USC 3303a note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REHABILITATION OF EXISTING LEVEES.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out measures that address consolidation, settlement, subsidence, sea level rise, and new datum to restore federally authorized hurricane and storm damage reduction projects that were constructed as of the date of enactment of this Act to the authorized levels of protection of the projects if the Secretary determines the necessary work is technically feasible, environmentally acceptable, and economically justified.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall only apply to those projects for which the executed project partnership agreement provides that the non-Federal interest is not required to perform future measures to restore the project to the authorized level of protection of the <page>128 STAT. 1301</page>project to account for subsidence and sea-level rise as part of the operation, maintenance, repair, replacement, and rehabilitation responsibilities.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost Share</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The non-Federal share of the cost of construction of a project carried out under this section shall be determined as provided in subsections (a) through (d) of section 103 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2213">33 U.S.C. 2213</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Certain activities</inline>.—</heading><content>The non-Federal share of the cost of operations, maintenance, repair, replacement, and rehabilitation for a project carried out under this section shall be 100 percent.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall include in the annual report developed under section 7001—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>any recommendations relating to the continued need for the authority provided under this section;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a description of the measures carried out under this section;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any lessons learned relating to the measures implemented under this section; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>best practices for carrying out measures to restore hurricane and storm damage reduction projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination of Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority of the Secretary under this subsection terminates on the date that is 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="C">Subtitle C—</num><heading>Additional Safety Improvements and Risk Reduction Measures</heading> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3021">SEC. 3021. </num><heading>USE OF INNOVATIVE MATERIALS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> Section 8(d) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1988 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2314">33 U.S.C. 2314</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“materials”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“methods, or materials, including roller compacted concrete, geosynthetic materials, and advanced composites, that the Secretary determines are appropriate to carry out this section.”</quotedText>.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3022">SEC. 3022. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2351">33 USC 2351</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DURABILITY, SUSTAINABILITY, AND RESILIENCE.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> In carrying out the activities of the Corps of Engineers, the Secretary, to the maximum extent practicable, shall encourage the use of durable and sustainable materials and resilient construction techniques that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>allow a water resources infrastructure project—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>to resist hazards due to a major disaster; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>to continue to serve the primary function of the water resources infrastructure project following a major disaster;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>reduce the magnitude or duration of a disruptive event to a water resources infrastructure project; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>have the absorptive capacity, adaptive capacity, and recoverability to withstand a potentially disruptive event.<page>128 STAT. 1302</page></content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3023">SEC. 3023. </num><heading>STUDY ON RISK REDUCTION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Commerce, shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences to carry out a study and make recommendations relating to infrastructure and coastal restoration options for reducing risk to human life and property from extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, coastal storms, and inland flooding.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study under subsection (a) shall include—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>an analysis of strategies and water resources projects, including authorized water resources projects that have not yet been constructed, and other projects implemented in the United States and worldwide to respond to risk associated with extreme weather events;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>an analysis of—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>historical extreme weather events;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the ability of existing infrastructure to mitigate risks associated with extreme weather events; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the reduction in long-term costs and vulnerability to infrastructure through the use of resilient construction techniques;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>identification of proven, science-based approaches and mechanisms for ecosystem protection and identification of natural resources likely to have the greatest need for protection, restoration, and conservation so that the infrastructure and restoration projects can continue safeguarding the communities in, and sustaining the economy of, the United States;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>an estimation of the funding necessary to improve infrastructure in the United States to reduce risk associated with extreme weather events;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>an analysis of the adequacy of current funding sources and the identification of potential new funding sources to finance the necessary infrastructure improvements referred to in paragraph (3); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>an analysis of the Federal, State, and local costs of natural disasters and the potential cost-savings associated with implementing mitigation measures.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>The National Academy of Sciences may cooperate with the National Academy of Public Administration to carry out 1 or more aspects of the study under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 30 days after completion of the study under subsection (a), the National Academy of Sciences shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>submit a copy of the study to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>make a copy of the study available on a publicly accessible Internet site.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3024">SEC. 3024. </num><heading>MANAGEMENT OF FLOOD, DROUGHT, AND STORM DAMAGE.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House <page>128 STAT. 1303</page>of Representatives a study of the strategies used by the Corps of Engineers for the comprehensive management of water resources in response to floods, storms, and droughts, including an historical review of the ability of the Corps of Engineers to manage and respond to historical drought, storm, and flood events.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study under subsection (a) shall address—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the extent to which existing water management activities of the Corps of Engineers can better meet the goal of addressing future flooding, drought, and storm damage risks, which shall include analysis of all historical extreme weather events that have been recorded during the previous 5 centuries as well as in the geological record;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>whether existing water resources projects built or maintained by the Corps of Engineers, including dams, levees, floodwalls, flood gates, and other appurtenant infrastructure were designed to adequately address flood, storm, and drought impacts and the extent to which the water resources projects have been successful at addressing those impacts;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>any recommendations for approaches for repairing, rebuilding, or restoring infrastructure, land, and natural resources that consider the risks and vulnerabilities associated with past and future extreme weather events;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>whether a reevaluation of existing management approaches of the Corps of Engineers could result in greater efficiencies in water management and project delivery that would enable the Corps of Engineers to better prepare for, contain, and respond to flood, storm, and drought conditions;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>any recommendations for improving the planning processes of the Corps of Engineers to provide opportunities for comprehensive management of water resources that increases efficiency and improves response to flood, storm, and drought conditions;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>any recommendations on the use of resilient construction techniques to reduce future vulnerability from flood, storm, and drought conditions; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><content>any recommendations for improving approaches to rebuilding or restoring infrastructure and natural resources that contribute to risk reduction, such as coastal wetlands, to prepare for flood and drought.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3025">SEC. 3025. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2267b">33 USC 2267b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>POST-DISASTER WATERSHED ASSESSMENTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Watershed Assessments</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In an area that the President has declared a major disaster in accordance with section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5170">42 U.S.C. 5170</ref>), the Secretary may carry out a watershed assessment to identify, to the maximum extent practicable, specific flood risk reduction, hurricane and storm damage reduction, ecosystem restoration, or navigation project recommendations that will help to rehabilitate and improve the resiliency of damaged infrastructure and natural resources to reduce risks to human life and property from future natural disasters.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Existing projects</inline>.—</heading><content>A watershed assessment carried out paragraph (1) may identify existing projects being carried <page>128 STAT. 1304</page>out under 1 or more of the authorities referred to in subsection (b)(1).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duplicate watershed assessments</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out a watershed assessment under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall use all existing watershed assessments and related information developed by the Secretary or other Federal, State, or local entities.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Projects</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out projects identified under a watershed assessment under subsection (a) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under one of the following authorities:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701s">33 U.S.C. 701s</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Section 111 of the River and Harbor Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426i">33 U.S.C. 426i</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330">33 U.S.C. 2330</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Section 1135 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a">33 U.S.C. 2309a</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>Section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>Section 3 of the Act of August 13, 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426g">33 U.S.C. 426g</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual plan</inline>.—</heading><content>For each project that does not meet the criteria under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall include a recommendation relating to the project in the annual report submitted to Congress by the Secretary in accordance with section 7001.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Existing projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out a project under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>to the maximum extent practicable, use all existing information and studies available for the project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>not require any element of a study completed for the project prior to the disaster to be repeated.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>All requirements applicable to a project under the Acts described in subsection (b) shall apply to the project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations on Assessments</inline>.—</heading><content>A watershed assessment under subsection (a) shall be initiated not later than 2 years after the date on which the major disaster declaration is issued.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3026">SEC. 3026. </num><heading>HURRICANE AND STORM DAMAGE REDUCTION STUDY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the study for flood and storm damage reduction related to natural disasters to be carried out by the Secretary under title II of division A of the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013, under the heading “Department of the Army—Corps of Engineers—Civil—Investigations” (<ref href="/us/stat/127/5">127 Stat. 5</ref>), the Secretary shall make specific project recommendations.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In making recommendations pursuant to this section, the Secretary may consult with key stakeholders, including State, county, and city governments, and, as applicable, State and local water districts, and in the case of recommendations concerning projects that substantially affect communities served by historically Black colleges and universities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, and other minority-serving institutions, the Secretary shall consult with those colleges, universities, and institutions.<page>128 STAT. 1305</page></content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include any recommendations of the Secretary under this section in the annual report submitted to Congress by the Secretary in accordance with section 7001.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3027">SEC. 3027. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s709c">33 USC 709c</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION OF RISK.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Affected government</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“affected government”</term> means a State, local, or tribal government with jurisdiction over an area that will be affected by a flood.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual operating plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“annual operating plan”</term> means a plan prepared by the Secretary that describes potential water condition scenarios for a river basin for a year.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Procedures.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Communication</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any river basin where the Secretary carries out flood risk management activities subject to an annual operating plan, the Secretary shall establish procedures for providing the public and affected governments, including Indian tribes, in the river basin with—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>timely information regarding expected water levels;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>advice regarding appropriate preparedness actions;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>technical assistance; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>any other information or assistance determined appropriate by the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Availability of Information</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall make the information required under subsection (b) available to the public through widely used and readily available means, including on the Internet.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Procedures</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall use the procedures established under subsection (b) only when precipitation or runoff exceeds those calculations considered as the lowest risk to life and property contemplated by the annual operating plan.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3028">SEC. 3028. </num><heading>SAFETY ASSURANCE REVIEW.</heading><content><p style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 2035 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2344">33 U.S.C. 2344</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:</p><quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Nonapplicability of FACA</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal Advisory Committee Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t5/app">5 U.S.C. App.</ref>) shall not apply to a safety assurance review conducted under this section.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="3029">SEC. 3029. </num><heading>EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO NATURAL DISASTERS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Emergency Response to Natural Disasters</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 5(a)(1) of the Act of August 18, 1941 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n/a/1">33 U.S.C. 701n(a)(1)</ref>), <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the first sentence—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and subject to the condition that the Chief of Engineers may include modifications to the structure or project”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“work for flood control”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“structure damaged or destroyed by wind, wave, or water action of other than an ordinary nature when in the discretion of the Chief of Engineers such repair and restoration is warranted for the adequate functioning of the structure for hurricane or shore protection”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“structure or project damaged or destroyed by wind, wave, or water action of other than an ordinary nature to the design level of protection when, in the discretion of the Chief of Engineers, such repair and restoration is warranted for the adequate functioning of the structure or project for hurricane or shore protection, subject to the condition that the Chief of Engineers <page>128 STAT. 1306</page>may include modifications to the structure or project to address major deficiencies or implement nonstructural alternatives to the repair or restoration of the structure if requested by the non-Federal sponsor”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of Emergency Response Authorities</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall undertake a review of implementation of section 5 of the Act of August 18, 1941 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n">33 U.S.C. 701n</ref>), to evaluate the alternatives available to the Secretary to ensure—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the safety of affected communities to future flooding and storm events;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the resiliency of water resources development projects to future flooding and storm events;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the long-term cost-effectiveness of water resources development projects that provide flood control and hurricane and storm damage reduction benefits; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>the policy goals and objectives that have been outlined by the President as a response to recent extreme weather events, including Hurricane Sandy, that relate to preparing for future floods are met.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Scope of review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the review, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>review the historical precedents and implementation of section 5 of that Act, including those actions undertaken by the Secretary, over time, under that section—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>to repair or restore a project; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>to increase the level of protection for a damaged project to address future conditions;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><chapeau>evaluate the difference between adopting, as an appropriate standard under section 5 of that Act, the repair or restoration of a project to pre-flood or pre-storm levels and the repair or restoration of a project to a design level of protection, including an assessment for each standard of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the implications on populations at risk of flooding or damage;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the implications on probability of loss of life;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>the implications on property values at risk of flooding or damage;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>the implications on probability of increased property damage and associated costs;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>the implications on local and regional economies; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> (vi) </num><content>the estimated total cost and estimated cost savings;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>review and evaluate the historic and potential uses, and economic feasibility for the life of the project, of nonstructural alternatives, including natural features such as dunes, coastal wetlands, floodplains, marshes, and mangroves, to reduce the damage caused by floods, storm surges, winds, and other aspects of extreme weather events, and to increase the resiliency and long-term cost-effectiveness of water resources development projects;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>incorporate the science on expected rates of sea-level rise and extreme weather events;<page>128 STAT. 1307</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>incorporate the work completed by the Hurricane Sandy Rebuilding Task Force, established by Executive Order No. 13632 (<ref href="/us/fr/77/74341">77 Fed. Reg. 74341</ref>); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>review the information obtained from the report developed under subsection (c)(1).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n–1">33 USC 701n–1</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Biennial report to congress</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report detailing the amounts expended in the previous 5 fiscal years to carry out Corps of Engineers projects under section 5 of the Act of August 18, 1941 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701n">33 U.S.C. 701n</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A report under subparagraph (A) shall, at a minimum, include a description of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>each structure, feature, or project for which amounts are expended, including the type of structure, feature, or project and cost of the work; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>how the Secretary has repaired, restored, replaced, or modified each structure, feature, or project or intends to restore the structure, feature, or project to the design level of protection for the structure, feature, or project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report on review of emergency response authorities</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report on the results of the review under subsection (b).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="IV">TITLE IV—</num><heading>RIVER BASINS AND COASTAL AREAS</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4001">SEC. 4001. </num><heading>RIVER BASIN COMMISSIONS.</heading><content><p style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 5019 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1201">121 Stat. 1201</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:</p><quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization To Allocate</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall allocate funds to the Susquehanna River Basin Commission, the Delaware River Basin Commission, and the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin to fulfill the equitable funding requirements of the respective interstate compacts.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Amounts</inline>.—</heading><content>For each fiscal year, the Secretary shall allocate to each Commission described in paragraph (1) an amount equal to the amount determined by the Commission in accordance with the respective interstate compact approved by Congress.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Secretary does not allocate funds for a given fiscal year in accordance with paragraph (2), the Secretary, in conjunction with the subsequent submission by the President of the budget to Congress under section 1105(a) <page>128 STAT. 1308</page>of <ref href="/us/usc/t31">title 31, United States Code</ref>, shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a notice that describes—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the reasons why the Secretary did not allocate funds in accordance with paragraph (2) for that fiscal year; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><chapeau>the impact of that decision not to allocate funds on each area of jurisdiction of each Commission described in paragraph (1), including with respect to—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>water supply allocation;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>water quality protection;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>regulatory review and permitting;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>water conservation;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>watershed planning;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> “(vi) </num><content>drought management;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vii"> “(vii) </num><content>flood loss reduction;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="viii"> “(viii) </num><content>recreation; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ix"> “(ix) </num><content>energy development.”</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4002">SEC. 4002. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s605a">33 USC 605a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MISSISSIPPI RIVER.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Mississippi River Forecasting Improvements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the Director of the National Weather Service, as applicable, shall improve forecasting on the Mississippi River by—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>updating forecasting technology deployed on the Mississippi River and its tributaries through—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the construction of additional automated river gages;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the rehabilitation of existing automated and manual river gages; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>the replacement of manual river gages with automated gages, as the Secretary determines to be necessary;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>constructing additional sedimentation ranges on the Mississippi River and its tributaries; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>deploying additional automatic identification system base stations at river gage sites.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall prioritize the sections of the Mississippi River on which additional and more reliable information would have the greatest impact on maintaining navigation on the Mississippi River.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report on the activities carried out by the Secretary under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Middle Mississippi River Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In accordance with the project for navigation, Mississippi River between the Ohio and Missouri Rivers (Regulating Works), Missouri and Illinois, authorized by the Act of June 25, 1910 (<ref href="/us/stat/36/631/ch382">36 Stat. 631, chapter 382</ref>) (commonly known as the “River and Harbor Act of 1910”), the Act of <page>128 STAT. 1309</page>January 1, 1927 (<ref href="/us/stat/44/1010/ch47">44 Stat. 1010, chapter 47</ref>) (commonly known as the “River and Harbor Act of 1927”), and the Act of July 3, 1930 (<ref href="/us/stat/46/918/ch847">46 Stat. 918, chapter 847</ref>), the Secretary may study improvements to navigation and aquatic ecosystem restoration in the middle Mississippi River.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Disposition</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out any project identified pursuant to paragraph (1) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under one of the following authorities:</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330">33 U.S.C. 2330</ref>).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>Section 1135 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a">33 U.S.C. 2309a</ref>).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>Section 107 of the River and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>Section 104(a) of the River and Harbor Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s610/a">33 U.S.C. 610(a)</ref>).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>For each project that does not meet the criteria under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall include a recommendation relating to the project in the annual report submitted to Congress by the Secretary in accordance with section 7001.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Greater Mississippi River Basin Severe Flooding and Drought Management Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of greater mississippi river basin</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term <term>“greater Mississippi River Basin”</term> means the area covered by hydrologic units 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, and 11, as identified by the United States Geological Survey as of the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall carry out a study of the greater Mississippi River Basin—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>to improve the coordinated and comprehensive management of water resource projects in the greater Mississippi River Basin relating to severe flooding and drought conditions; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>to identify and evaluate—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>modifications to those water resource projects, consistent with the authorized purposes of those projects; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the development of new water resource projects to improve the reliability of navigation and more effectively reduce flood risk.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress and make publicly available a report on the study carried out under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Savings clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection impacts the operations and maintenance of the Missouri River Mainstem System, as authorized by the Act of December 22, 1944 (commonly known as the “Flood Control Act of 1944”)(<ref href="/us/stat/58/897/ch665">58 Stat. 897, chapter 665</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Flexibility in Maintaining Navigation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Extreme low water event defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term <term>“extreme low water event”</term> means an extended period of time during which low water threatens the safe <page>128 STAT. 1310</page>commercial use of the Mississippi River for navigation, including the use and availability of fleeting areas.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report on areas for action</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, shall complete and make publicly available a report identifying areas that are unsafe and unreliable for commercial navigation during extreme low water events along the authorized Federal navigation channel on the Mississippi River and measures to address those restrictions.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report under subparagraph (A) shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>consider data from the most recent extreme low water events that impacted navigation along the authorized Federal navigation channel on the Mississippi River;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>identify locations for potential modifications, including improvements outside the authorized navigation channel, that will alleviate hazards at areas that constrain navigation during extreme low water events along the authorized Federal navigation channel on the Mississippi River; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>include recommendations for possible actions to address constrained navigation during extreme low water events.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorized activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, determines it to be critical to maintaining safe and reliable navigation within the authorized Federal navigation channel on the Mississippi River, the Secretary may carry out activities outside the authorized Federal navigation channel along the Mississippi River, including the construction and operation of maintenance of fleeting areas, that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>are necessary for safe and reliable navigation in the Federal channel; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>have been identified in the report under paragraph (2).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restriction</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall only carry out activities authorized under paragraph (3) for such period of time as is necessary to maintain reliable navigation during the extreme low water event.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 60 days after initiating an activity under this subsection, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a notice that includes—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a description of the activities undertaken, including the costs associated with the activities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>a comprehensive description of how the activities are necessary for maintaining safe and reliable navigation of the Federal channel.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4003">SEC. 4003. </num><heading>MISSOURI RIVER.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Upper Missouri Basin Flood and Drought Monitoring</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1311</page></chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, and the Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation, shall carry out activities to improve and support management of Corps of Engineers water resources development projects, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>soil moisture and snowpack monitoring in the Upper Missouri River Basin to reduce flood risk and improve river and water resource management in the Upper Missouri River Basin, as outlined in the February 2013 report entitled “Upper Missouri Basin Monitoring Committee—Snow Sampling and Instrumentation Recommendations”;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>restoring and maintaining existing mid- and high-elevation snowpack monitoring sites operated under the SNOTEL program of the Natural Resources Conservation Service; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>operating streamflow gages and related interpretive studies in the Upper Missouri River Basin under the cooperative water program and the national streamflow information program of the United States Geological Service.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of funds</inline>.—</heading><content>Amounts made available to the Secretary to carry out activities under this subsection shall be used to supplement but not supplant other related activities of Federal agencies that are carried out within the Missouri River Basin.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperative agreements</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements with other Federal agencies to carry out this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Maintenance of effort</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may only enter into a cooperative agreement with another Federal agency under this paragraph if such agreement specifies that the agency will maintain aggregate expenditures in the Missouri River Basin for existing programs that implement activities described in paragraph (1) at a level that is equal to or exceeds the aggregate expenditures for the fiscal year immediately preceding the fiscal year in which such agreement is signed.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States, in consultation with the Secretary, shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>identifies progress made by the Secretary and other Federal agencies in implementing the recommendations contained in the report described in paragraph (1)(A) with respect to enhancing soil moisture and snowpack monitoring in the Upper Missouri Basin;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><chapeau>includes recommendations—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>to enhance soil moisture and snowpack monitoring in the Upper Missouri Basin that would enhance <page>128 STAT. 1312</page>water resources management, including managing flood risk, in that basin; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>on the most efficient manner of collecting and sharing data to assist Federal agencies with water resources management responsibilities;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>identifies the expected costs and timeline for implementing the recommendations described in subparagraph (B)(i); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>identifies the role of States and other Federal agencies in gathering necessary soil moisture and snowpack monitoring data.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Missouri River Between Fort Peck Dam, Montana and Gavins Point Dam, South Dakota and Nebraska</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 9(f) of the Act of December 22, 1944 (commonly known as the “Flood Control Act of 1944”) (<ref href="/us/stat/58/891/ch665">58 Stat. 891, chapter 665</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/102/4031">102 Stat. 4031</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the second sentence by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$3,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$5,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Missouri River Recovery Implementation Committee Expenses Reimbursement</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 5018(b)(5) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1200">121 Stat. 1200</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (B) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Travel expenses</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of funds, the Secretary may reimburse a member of the Committee for travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an employee of a Federal agency under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/ch57/schI">subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in performance of services for the Committee.”</content> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Upper Missouri Shoreline Stabilization</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct a study to determine the feasibility of carrying out projects to address shoreline erosion in the Upper Missouri River Basin (including the States of South Dakota, North Dakota, and Montana) resulting from the operation of a reservoir constructed under the Pick-Sloan Missouri River Basin Program (authorized by section 9 of the Act of December 22, 1944 (commonly known as the “Flood Control Act of 1944”) (<ref href="/us/stat/58/891/ch665">58 Stat. 891, chapter 665</ref>)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study carried out under paragraph (1) shall, to the maximum extent practicable—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>use previous assessments completed by the Corps of Engineers or other Federal agencies; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>assess the infrastructure needed to—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>reduce shoreline erosion;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>mitigate additional loss of land;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>contribute to environmental and ecosystem improvement; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>protect existing community infrastructure, including roads and water and waste-water related infrastructure.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Disposition</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may carry out projects identified in the study under paragraph (1) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701r">33 U.S.C. 701r</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual report</inline>.—</heading><content>For each project identified in the study under paragraph (1) that cannot be carried out under <page>128 STAT. 1313</page>any of the authorities specified in paragraph (3), upon determination by the Secretary of the feasibility of the project, the Secretary may include a recommendation relating to the project in the annual report submitted to Congress under section 7001.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall consult and coordinate with the appropriate State or tribal agency for the area in which the project is located.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Payment options</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall allow the full non-Federal contribution for a project under this subsection to be paid in accordance with section 103(k) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2213/k">33 U.S.C. 2213(k)</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Missouri River Fish and Wildlife Mitigation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include in the first budget of the United States Government submitted by the President under <ref href="/us/usc/t31/s1105">section 1105 of title 31, United States Code</ref>, after the date of enactment of this Act, and biennially thereafter, a report that describes activities carried out by the Secretary relating to the project for mitigation of fish and wildlife losses, Missouri River Bank Stabilization and Navigation Project, Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska, authorized by section 601(a) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/stat/100/4143">100 Stat. 4143</ref>), including—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>an inventory of all actions taken by the Secretary in furtherance of the project, including an inventory of land owned or acquired by the Secretary;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a description, including a prioritization, of the specific actions proposed to be undertaken by the Secretary for the subsequent fiscal year in furtherance of the project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><chapeau>an assessment of the progress made in furtherance of the project, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a description of how each of the actions identified under paragraph (1) have impacted the progress; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the status of implementation of any applicable requirements of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (<ref href="/us/usc/t16/s1531/etseq">16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.</ref>), including any applicable biological opinions; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>an assessment of additional actions or authority necessary to achieve the results of the project.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lower Yellowstone</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 3109 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1135">121 Stat. 1135</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Secretary may”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Local Participation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall consult with, and consider the activities being carried out by—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>other Federal agencies;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>conservation districts;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>the Yellowstone River Conservation District Council; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>the State of Montana.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4004">SEC. 4004. </num><heading>ARKANSAS RIVER.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Goal</inline>.—</heading><content>The goal for operation of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River navigation system, Arkansas and Oklahoma, <page>128 STAT. 1314</page>shall be to maximize the use of the system in a balanced approach that incorporates advice from representatives from all project purposes to ensure that the full value of the system is realized by the United States.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System Advisory Committee</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Establishment.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Oklahoma.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t5/app">5 U.S.C. App.</ref>), the Secretary shall establish an advisory committee for the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River navigation system, Arkansas and Oklahoma project authorized by the first section of the Act of July 24, 1946 (<ref href="/us/stat/60/635/ch595">60 Stat. 635, chapter 595</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The advisory committee shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>serve in an advisory capacity only; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>provide information and recommendations to the Corps of Engineers relating to the efficiency, reliability, and availability of the operations of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River navigation system.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Selection and composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The advisory committee shall be—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>selected jointly by the Little Rock district engineer and the Tulsa district engineer; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>composed of members that equally represent the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River navigation system project purposes.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Agency resources</inline>.—</heading><content>The Little Rock district and the Tulsa district of the Corps of Engineers, under the supervision of the southwestern division, shall jointly provide the advisory committee with adequate staff assistance, facilities, and resources.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subparagraph (B), the advisory committee shall terminate on the date on which the Secretary submits a report to Congress demonstrating increases in the efficiency, reliability, and availability of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River navigation system.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Restriction</inline>.—</heading><content>The advisory committee shall terminate not less than 2 calendar years after the date on which the advisory committee is established.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4005">SEC. 4005. </num><heading>COLUMBIA BASIN.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> Section 536(g) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/stat/114/2661">114 Stat. 2661</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$30,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText>.</content> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4006">SEC. 4006. </num><heading>RIO GRANDE.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 5056 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1213">121 Stat. 1213</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)(2)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“2008”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“2014”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in subparagraph (C), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and an assessment of needs for other related purposes in the Rio Grande Basin, including flood damage reduction”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“assessment”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)(2)—<page>128 STAT. 1315</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“an interagency agreement with”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“1 or more interagency agreements with the Secretary of State and”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“or the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“the Department of the Interior”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in subsection (f), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“2011”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“2019”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4007">SEC. 4007. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Idaho.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Montana.</p></sidenote><heading>NORTHERN ROCKIES HEADWATERS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct a study to determine the feasibility of carrying out projects for aquatic ecosystem restoration and flood risk reduction that will mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events, including floods and droughts, on communities, water users, and fish and wildlife located in and along the headwaters of the Columbia, Missouri, and Yellowstone Rivers (including the tributaries of those rivers) in the States of Idaho and Montana.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study under subsection (a) shall, to the maximum extent practicable—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>emphasize the protection and enhancement of natural riverine processes; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>assess the individual and cumulative needs associated with—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>floodplain restoration and reconnection;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>floodplain and riparian area protection through the use of conservation easements;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>instream flow restoration projects;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>fish passage improvements;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>channel migration zone mapping; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>invasive weed management.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Disposition</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out any project identified in the study pursuant to subsection (a) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under one of the following authorities:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330">33 U.S.C. 2330</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Section 1135 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a">33 U.S.C. 2309a</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Section 104(a) of the River and Harbor Act of 1958 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s610/a">33 U.S.C. 610(a)</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Section 205 of the Flood Control Act of 1948 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701s">33 U.S.C. 701s</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>For each project that does not meet the criteria under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall include a recommendation relating to the project in the annual report submitted to Congress by the Secretary in accordance with section 7001.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this section, the Secretary—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>shall consult and coordinate with the appropriate agency for each State and Indian tribe; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>may enter into cooperative agreements with those State or tribal agencies described in paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section invalidates, preempts, or creates any exception to State water law, State water rights, or Federal or State permitted activities or agreements in the States <page>128 STAT. 1316</page>of Idaho and Montana or any State containing tributaries to rivers in those States.</content> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4008">SEC. 4008. </num><heading>RURAL WESTERN WATER.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 595 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1999 (<ref href="/us/stat/113/383">113 Stat. 383</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Form of Assistance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Assistance under this section may be in the form of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">State listing.</p></sidenote><chapeau>design and construction assistance for water-related environmental infrastructure and resource protection and development in Idaho, Montana, rural Nevada, New Mexico, rural Utah, and Wyoming, including projects for—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>wastewater treatment and related facilities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>water supply and related facilities;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>environmental restoration; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>surface water resource protection and development; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>technical assistance to small and rural communities for water planning and issues relating to access to water resources.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (h) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> “(h) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section for the period beginning with fiscal year 2001, $435,000,000, which shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>be made available to the States and locales described in subsection (b) consistent with program priorities determined by the Secretary in accordance with criteria developed by the Secretary to establish the program priorities; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>remain available until expended.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4009">SEC. 4009. </num><heading>NORTH ATLANTIC COASTAL REGION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Study.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct a study to determine the feasibility of carrying out projects to restore aquatic ecosystems within the coastal waters of the Northeastern United States from the State of Virginia to the State of Maine, including associated bays, estuaries, and critical riverine areas.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>as appropriate, coordinate with the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, the Governors of the coastal States from Virginia to Maine, nonprofit organizations, and other interested parties;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>identify projects for aquatic ecosystem restoration based on an assessment of the need and opportunities for aquatic ecosystem restoration within the coastal waters of the Northeastern States described in subsection (a); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>use, to the maximum extent practicable, any existing plans and data.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Disposition</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out any project identified in the study pursuant to subsection (a) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under one of the following authorities:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Section 206 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330">33 U.S.C. 2330</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Section 1135 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a">33 U.S.C. 2309a</ref>).<page>128 STAT. 1317</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Section 3 of the Act of August 13, 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426g">33 U.S.C. 426g</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Section 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326">33 U.S.C. 2326</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>For each project that does not meet the criteria under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall include a recommendation relating to the project in the annual report submitted to Congress by the Secretary in accordance with section 7001.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4010">SEC. 4010. </num><heading>CHESAPEAKE BAY.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 510 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/pl/104/303">Public Law 104–303</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/110/3759">110 Stat. 3759</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/121/1202">121 Stat. 1202</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“pilot program”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“program”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“in the basin States described in subsection (f) and the District of Columbia”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“interests”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Form</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The assistance under paragraph (1) shall be in the form of design and construction assistance for water-related resource protection and restoration projects affecting the Chesapeake Bay estuary, based on the comprehensive plan under subsection (b), including projects for—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>sediment and erosion control;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>protection of eroding shorelines;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>ecosystem restoration, including restoration of submerged aquatic vegetation;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>protection of essential public works;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><content>beneficial uses of dredged material; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> “(F) </num><content>other related projects that may enhance the living resources of the estuary.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Comprehensive Plan</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, the Secretary, in cooperation with State and local governmental officials and affected stakeholders, shall develop a comprehensive Chesapeake Bay restoration plan to guide the implementation of projects under subsection (a)(2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>The restoration plan described in paragraph (1) shall, to the maximum extent practicable, consider and avoid duplication of any ongoing or planned actions of other Federal, State, and local agencies and nongovernmental organizations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>The restoration plan described in paragraph (1) shall give priority to projects eligible under subsection (a)(2) that will also improve water quality or quantity or use natural hydrological features and systems.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>in paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“to provide”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“for the design and construction of a project carried out <page>128 STAT. 1318</page>pursuant to the comprehensive Chesapeake Bay restoration plan described in subsection (b).”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (2)(A), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“facilities or resource protection and development plan”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“resource protection and restoration plan”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Projects on federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>A project carried out pursuant to the comprehensive Chesapeake Bay restoration plan described in subsection (b) that is located on Federal land shall be carried out at the expense of the Federal agency that owns the land on which the project will be a carried out.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal contributions</inline>.—</heading><content>A Federal agency carrying out a project described in paragraph (3) may accept contributions of funds from non-Federal entities to carry out that project.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (e) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cooperation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall cooperate with—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><chapeau>the heads of appropriate Federal agencies, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>the heads of such other Federal agencies as the Secretary determines to be appropriate; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>agencies of a State or political subdivision of a State, including the Chesapeake Bay Commission.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (f) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall establish, to the maximum extent practicable, at least 1 project under this section in—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">State listing.</p></sidenote><content>regions within the Chesapeake Bay watershed of each of the basin States of Delaware, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>the District of Columbia.”</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (h); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (i) as subsection (h).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Chesapeake Bay Oyster Restoration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 704(b) of Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2263/b">33 U.S.C. 2263(b)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$50,000,000”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“$60,000,000”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in paragraph (4), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (B) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Form</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The non-Federal share may be provided through in-kind services, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the provision by the non-Federal interest of shell stock material that is determined by the Secretary to be suitable for use in carrying out the project; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><chapeau>in the case of a project carried out under paragraph (2)(D) after the date of enactment of this <page>128 STAT. 1319</page>clause, land conservation or restoration efforts undertaken by the non-Federal interest that the Secretary determines provide water quality benefits that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>enhance the viability of oyster restoration efforts;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>are integral to the project; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>are cost effective.”</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4011">SEC. 4011. </num><heading>LOUISIANA COASTAL AREA.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review of Coastal Master Plan</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 7002(c) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1271">121 Stat. 1271</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, or the plan entitled ‘Louisiana Comprehensive Master Plan for a Sustainable Coast’ prepared by the State of Louisiana and accepted by the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (including any subsequent amendments or revisions)”</quotedText> before the period at the end.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interim Use of Plan</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection:</chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual report</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“annual report”</term> has the meaning given the term in section 7001(f).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Feasibility report; feasibility study</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms “feasibility report” and “feasibility study” have the meanings given those terms in section 7001(f).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>review the plan entitled ‘Louisiana’s Comprehensive Master Plan for a Sustainable Coast’ prepared by the State of Louisiana and accepted by the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Board (including any subsequent amendments or revisions); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Studies.</p></sidenote><content>in consultation with the State of Louisiana, identify and conduct feasibility studies for up to 10 projects included in the plan described in subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include in the subsequent annual report, in accordance with section 7001—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>any proposed feasibility study initiated under paragraph (2)(B); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>any feasibility report for a project identified under paragraph (2)(B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 7008 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1278">121 Stat. 1278</ref>) shall not apply to any feasibility study carried out under this subsection.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Science and Technology</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 7006(a)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1274">121 Stat. 1274</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (C) and (D) as subparagraphs (D) and (E), respectively; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subparagraph (B) the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>to examine a systemwide approach to coastal sustainability;”</content> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4012">SEC. 4012. </num><heading>RED RIVER BASIN.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>In the case of a reservoir located within the Red River Basin for which the Department of the Army is authorized to provide for municipal and industrial water supply storage and irrigation storage, the Secretary may reassign unused irrigation storage to storage for municipal and industrial water supply for use by a State or local interest that has entered into an agreement with the Secretary for water supply storage at that reservoir prior to the date of enactment of this Act.<page>128 STAT. 1320</page> </content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>Any assignment under subsection (a) shall be subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretary determines to be appropriate and necessary in the public interest.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4013">SEC. 4013. </num><heading>TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Raritan River</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 102 of the Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 1998 (<ref href="/us/pl/105/62">Public Law 105–62</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/111/1327">111 Stat. 1327</ref>), is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Des Moines, Boone, and Raccoon Rivers</inline>.—</heading><content>The boundaries for the project referred to as the Des Moines Recreational River and Greenbelt, Iowa, under the heading “<inline class="small-caps">corps of engineers—civil</inline>” under the heading “<inline class="small-caps">Department of the Army</inline>” under the heading “DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE—CIVIL” in chapter IV of title I of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1985 (<ref href="/us/stat/99/313">99 Stat. 313</ref>), are revised to include the entirety of sections 19 and 29, situated in T. 89 N., R. 28 W.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">South Florida Coastal Area</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 109 of title I of division B of the Miscellaneous Appropriations Act, 2001 (<ref href="/us/stat/114/2763A–221">114 Stat. 2763A–221</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/121/1217">121 Stat. 1217</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and unincorporated communities”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“municipalities”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (f) as subsection (g); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (e) the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Priority</inline>.—</heading><content>In providing assistance under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to projects sponsored by current non-Federal interests, incorporated communities in Monroe County, Monroe County, and the State of Florida.”</content> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Trinity River and Tributaries</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 5141(a)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1253">121 Stat. 1253</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and the Interior Levee Drainage Study Phase–II report, Dallas, Texas, dated January 2009,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“September 2006,”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Central and Southern Florida Canal</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall consider any amounts and associated program income provided prior to the date of enactment of this Act by the Secretary of the Interior to the non-Federal interest for the acquisition of areas identified in section 316(b)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/stat/110/3715">110 Stat. 3715</ref>)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>as satisfying the requirements of that paragraph; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>as part of the Federal share of the cost of implementing the plan under that subsection.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal cost share</inline>.—</heading><content>The non-Federal interest shall receive credit for land, easements, rights-of-way, and relocations provided for the project as part of the non-Federal share of the cost of implementing the plan under section 316(b)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/stat/110/3715">110 Stat. 3715</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conforming amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 316(b)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/stat/110/3715">110 Stat. 3715</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the first sentence by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“shall pay”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“may pay up to”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">South Platte River Watershed</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 116 of the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2009 (<ref href="/us/stat/123/608">123 Stat. 608</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the matter preceding <page>128 STAT. 1321</page>the proviso by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“(or a designee of the Department)”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“Colorado Department of Natural Resources”</quotedText>.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Potomac River</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 84(a) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1974 (<ref href="/us/stat/88/35">88 Stat. 35</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>A channel capacity sufficient to pass the 100-year flood event, as identified in the document entitled ‘Four Mile Run Watershed Feasibility Report’ and dated January 2014.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="4014">SEC. 4014. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2803a">33 USC 2803a</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>OCEAN AND COASTAL RESILIENCY.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Studies.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall conduct studies to determine the feasibility of carrying out Corps of Engineers projects in coastal zones to enhance ocean and coastal ecosystem resiliency.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>as appropriate, coordinate with the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, the Governors and other chief executive officers of the coastal states, nonprofit organizations, and other interested parties;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>identify Corps of Engineers projects in coastal zones for enhancing ocean and coastal ecosystem resiliency based on an assessment of the need and opportunities for, and feasibility of, the projects;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>to the maximum extent practicable, use any existing Corps of Engineers plans and data; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 365 days after initial appropriations for this section, and every five years thereafter subject to the availability of appropriations, complete a study authorized under subsection (a).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Disposition</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may carry out a project identified in the study pursuant to subsection (a) in accordance with the criteria for projects carried out under one of the following authorities:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Section 206(a)–(d) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2330/a">33 U.S.C. 2330(a)</ref>–(d)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Section 1135(a)–(g) and (i) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2309a/a">33 U.S.C. 2309a(a)</ref>–(g) and (i)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Section 3(a)–(b), and (c)(1) of the Act of August, 13 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s426g/a">33 U.S.C. 426g(a)</ref>–(b), and (c)(1)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Section 204(a)–(f) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2326/a">33 U.S.C. 2326(a)</ref>–(f)).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tions.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>For each project that does not meet the criteria under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall include a recommendation relating to the project in the annual report submitted to Congress by the Secretary in accordance with section 7001.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requests for Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may carry out a project for a coastal state under this section only at the request of the Governor or chief executive officer of the coastal state, as appropriate.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the terms “coastal zone” and “coastal state” have the meanings given such terms in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (<ref href="/us/usc/t16/s1453">16 U.S.C. 1453</ref>), as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act.<page>128 STAT. 1322</page></content> </subsection> </section> <num value="V">TITLE V—</num><heading>WATER INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCING</heading> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>State Water Pollution Control Revolving Funds</heading> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5001">SEC. 5001. </num><heading>GENERAL AUTHORITY FOR CAPITALIZATION GRANTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> Section 601(a) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1381/a">33 U.S.C. 1381(a)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“for providing assistance”</quotedText> and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedText>“to accomplish the objectives, goals, and policies of this Act by providing assistance for projects and activities identified in section 603(c).”</quotedText>.</content> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5002">SEC. 5002. </num><heading>CAPITALIZATION GRANT AGREEMENTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 602(b) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1382/b">33 U.S.C. 1382(b)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (6)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“section 603(c)(1) of”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“before fiscal”</quotedText> and all that follows through <quotedText>“grants under this title and”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“with assistance made available by a State water pollution control revolving fund authorized under this title, or”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, or both,”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“205(m) of this Act”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“201(b)”</quotedText> and all that follows through <quotedText>“511(c)(1),”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“511(c)(1)”</quotedText>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in paragraph (9), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“standards; and”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“standards, including standards relating to the reporting of infrastructure assets;”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>in paragraph (10), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="11"> “(11) </num><content>the State will establish, maintain, invest, and credit the fund with repayments, such that the fund balance will be available in perpetuity for activities under this Act;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="12"> “(12) </num><content>any fees charged by the State to recipients of assistance that are considered program income will be used for the purpose of financing the cost of administering the fund or financing projects or activities eligible for assistance from the fund;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="13"> “(13)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Effective date.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Certification.</p></sidenote><chapeau>beginning in fiscal year 2016, the State will require as a condition of providing assistance to a municipality or intermunicipal, interstate, or State agency that the recipient of such assistance certify, in a manner determined by the Governor of the State, that the recipient—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>has studied and evaluated the cost and effectiveness of the processes, materials, techniques, and technologies for carrying out the proposed project or activity for which assistance is sought under this title; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><chapeau>has selected, to the maximum extent practicable, a project or activity that maximizes the potential for efficient water use, reuse, recapture, and conservation, and energy conservation, taking into account—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the cost of constructing the project or activity;<page>128 STAT. 1323</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the cost of operating and maintaining the project or activity over the life of the project or activity; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>the cost of replacing the project or activity; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="14"> “(14)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>a contract to be carried out using funds directly made available by a capitalization grant under this title for program management, construction management, feasibility studies, preliminary engineering, design, engineering, surveying, mapping, or architectural related services shall be negotiated in the same manner as a contract for architectural and engineering services is negotiated under <ref href="/us/usc/t40/ch11">chapter 11 of title 40, United States Code</ref>, or an equivalent State qualifications-based requirement (as determined by the Governor of the State).”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5003">SEC. 5003. </num><heading>WATER POLLUTION CONTROL REVOLVING LOAN FUNDS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 603 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1383">33 U.S.C. 1383</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Projects and Activities Eligible for Assistance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The amounts of funds available to each State water pollution control revolving fund shall be used only for providing financial assistance—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>to any municipality or intermunicipal, interstate, or State agency for construction of publicly owned treatment works (as defined in section 212);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>for the implementation of a management program established under section 319;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>for development and implementation of a conservation and management plan under section 320;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><content>for the construction, repair, or replacement of decentralized wastewater treatment systems that treat municipal wastewater or domestic sewage;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><content>for measures to manage, reduce, treat, or recapture stormwater or subsurface drainage water;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><content>to any municipality or intermunicipal, interstate, or State agency for measures to reduce the demand for publicly owned treatment works capacity through water conservation, efficiency, or reuse;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> “(7) </num><content>for the development and implementation of watershed projects meeting the criteria set forth in section 122;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> “(8) </num><content>to any municipality or intermunicipal, interstate, or State agency for measures to reduce the energy consumption needs for publicly owned treatment works;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> “(9) </num><content>for reusing or recycling wastewater, stormwater, or subsurface drainage water;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> “(10) </num><content>for measures to increase the security of publicly owned treatment works; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="11"> “(11) </num><chapeau>to any qualified nonprofit entity, as determined by the Administrator, to provide assistance to owners and operators of small and medium publicly owned treatment works—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>to plan, develop, and obtain financing for eligible projects under this subsection, including planning, design, and associated preconstruction activities; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>to assist such treatment works in achieving compliance with this Act.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;<page>128 STAT. 1324</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>in subparagraph (A), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“20 years”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“the lesser of 30 years and the projected useful life (as determined by the State) of the project to be financed with the proceeds of the loan”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>in subparagraph (B), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“not later than 20 years after project completion”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“upon the expiration of the term of the loan”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>in subparagraph (C), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and”</quotedText> at the end;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>in subparagraph (D), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“and”</quotedText> after the semicolon at the end; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> “(E) </num><chapeau>for a treatment works proposed for repair, replacement, or expansion, and eligible for assistance under subsection (c)(1), the recipient of a loan shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><chapeau>develop and implement a fiscal sustainability plan that includes—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>an inventory of critical assets that are a part of the treatment works;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>an evaluation of the condition and performance of inventoried assets or asset groupings;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>a certification that the recipient has evaluated and will be implementing water and energy conservation efforts as part of the plan; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> “(IV) </num><content>a plan for maintaining, repairing, and, as necessary, replacing the treatment works and a plan for funding such activities; or</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>certify that the recipient has developed and implemented a plan that meets the requirements under clause (i);”</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (7), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, $400,000 per year, or ⅕ percent per year of the current valuation of the fund, whichever amount is greatest, plus the amount of any fees collected by the State for such purpose regardless of the source”</quotedText> before the period at the end; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional Subsidization</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which a State provides assistance to a municipality or intermunicipal, interstate, or State agency under subsection (d), the State may provide additional subsidization, including forgiveness of principal and negative interest loans—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><chapeau>to benefit a municipality that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>meets the affordability criteria of the State established under paragraph (2); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><chapeau>does not meet the affordability criteria of the State if the recipient—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>seeks additional subsidization to benefit individual ratepayers in the residential user rate class;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>demonstrates to the State that such ratepayers will experience a significant hardship from the increase in rates necessary to finance the <page>128 STAT. 1325</page>project or activity for which assistance is sought; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> “(III) </num><content>ensures, as part of an assistance agreement between the State and the recipient, that the additional subsidization provided under this paragraph is directed through a user charge rate system (or other appropriate method) to such ratepayers; or</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><chapeau>to implement a process, material, technique, or technology—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>to address water-efficiency goals;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>to address energy-efficiency goals;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>to mitigate stormwater runoff; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>to encourage sustainable project planning, design, and construction.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Affordability criteria</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than September 30, 2015, and after providing notice and an opportunity for public comment, a State shall establish affordability criteria to assist in identifying municipalities that would experience a significant hardship raising the revenue necessary to finance a project or activity eligible for assistance under subsection (c)(1) if additional subsidization is not provided.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>The criteria under clause (i) shall be based on income and unemployment data, population trends, and other data determined relevant by the State, including whether the project or activity is to be carried out in an economically distressed area, as described in section 301 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s3161">42 U.S.C. 3161</ref>).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Existing criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If a State has previously established, after providing notice and an opportunity for public comment, affordability criteria that meet the requirements of subparagraph (A)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the State may use the criteria for the purposes of this subsection; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>those criteria shall be treated as affordability criteria established under this paragraph.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Information to assist states</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may publish information to assist States in establishing affordability criteria under subparagraph (A).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A State may provide additional subsidization in a fiscal year under this subsection only if the total amount appropriated for making capitalization grants to all States under this title for the fiscal year exceeds $1,000,000,000.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional limitation</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">General rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to clause (ii), a State may use not more than 30 percent of the total amount received by the State in capitalization grants under this title for a fiscal year for providing additional subsidization under this subsection.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><content>If, in a fiscal year, the amount appropriated for making capitalization grants to all <page>128 STAT. 1326</page>States under this title exceeds $1,000,000,000 by a percentage that is less than 30 percent, clause (i) shall be applied by substituting that percentage for 30 percent.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority of a State to provide additional subsidization under this subsection shall apply to amounts received by the State in capitalization grants under this title for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2014.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration</inline>.—</heading><content>If the State provides additional subsidization to a municipality or intermunicipal, interstate, or State agency under this subsection that meets the criteria under paragraph (1)(A), the State shall take the criteria set forth in section 602(b)(5) into consideration.”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5004">SEC. 5004. </num><heading>REQUIREMENTS.</heading><content><p style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Title VI of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1381/etseq">33 U.S.C. 1381 et seq.</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:</p><quotedContent><section style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num value="608">“SEC. 608.</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1388">33 USC 1388</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REQUIREMENTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> “(a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Funds made available from a State water pollution control revolving fund established under this title may not be used for a project for the construction, alteration, maintenance, or repair of treatment works unless all of the iron and steel products used in the project are produced in the United States.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> “(b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Iron and Steel Products</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term <term>‘iron and steel products’</term> means the following products made primarily of iron or steel: lined or unlined pipes and fittings, manhole covers and other municipal castings, hydrants, tanks, flanges, pipe clamps and restraints, valves, structural steel, reinforced precast concrete, construction materials.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> “(c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subsection (a) shall not apply in any case or category of cases in which the Administrator finds that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><content>applying subsection (a) would be inconsistent with the public interest;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><content>iron and steel products are not produced in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available quantities and of a satisfactory quality; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><content>inclusion of iron and steel products produced in the United States will increase the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> “(d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Waiver</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator receives a request for a waiver under this section, the Administrator shall make available to the public, on an informal basis, a copy of the request and information available to the Administrator concerning the request, and shall allow for informal public input on the request for at least 15 days prior to making a finding based on the request. The <sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote>Administrator shall make the request and accompanying information available by electronic means, including on the official public Internet site of the Environmental Protection Agency.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> “(e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">International Agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall be applied in a manner consistent with United States obligations under international agreements.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> “(f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Management and Oversight</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may retain up to 0.25 percent of the funds appropriated for this title for management and oversight of the requirements of this section.<page>128 STAT. 1327</page></content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> “(g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>This section does not apply with respect to a project if a State agency approves the engineering plans and specifications for the project, in that agency’s capacity to approve such plans and specifications prior to a project requesting bids, prior to the date of enactment of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.”</content> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5005">SEC. 5005. </num><heading>REPORT ON THE ALLOTMENT OF FUNDS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall conduct a review of the allotment formula in effect on the date of enactment of this Act for allocation of funds authorized under title VI of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1381/etseq">33 U.S.C. 1381 et seq.</ref>) to determine whether that formula adequately addresses the water quality needs of eligible States, territories, and Indian tribes, based on—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the most recent survey of needs developed by the Administrator under section 516(b) of that Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1375/b">33 U.S.C. 1375(b)</ref>); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>any other information the Administrator considers appropriate.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report on the results of the review under subsection (a), including any recommendations for changing the allotment formula.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5006">SEC. 5006. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1381">33 USC 1381 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EFFECTIVE DATE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> This subtitle, including any amendments made by the subtitle, shall take effect on October 1, 2014.</content> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading>General Provisions</heading> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5011">SEC. 5011. </num><heading>WATERSHED PILOT PROJECTS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 122 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1274">33 U.S.C. 1274</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in the section heading, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“wet weather”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>in the matter preceding paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“for treatment works”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“to a municipality or municipal entity”</quotedText>; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“of wet weather discharge control”</quotedText>;</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>in paragraph (2), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“in reducing such pollutants”</quotedText> and all that follows before the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“to manage, reduce, treat, recapture, or reuse municipal stormwater, including techniques that utilize infiltration, evapotranspiration, and reuse of stormwater onsite”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Watershed partnerships</inline>.—</heading><content>Efforts of municipalities and property owners to demonstrate cooperative ways to address nonpoint sources of pollution to reduce adverse impacts on water quality.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Integrated water resource plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The development of an integrated water resource plan for the coordinated management and protection of surface water, ground water, <page>128 STAT. 1328</page>and stormwater resources on a watershed or subwatershed basis to meet the objectives, goals, and policies of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> “(5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Municipality-wide stormwater management planning</inline>.—</heading><content>The development of a municipality-wide plan that identifies the most effective placement of stormwater technologies and management approaches, to reduce water quality impairments from stormwater on a municipality-wide basis.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> “(6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Increased resilience of treatment works</inline>.—</heading><content>Efforts to assess future risks and vulnerabilities of publicly owned treatment works to manmade or natural disasters, including extreme weather events and sea-level rise, and to carry out measures, on a systemwide or area-wide basis, to increase the resiliency of publicly owned treatment works.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (d) as subsection (c); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>in subsection (c) (as so redesignated) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“5 years after the date of enactment of this section,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“October 1, 2015,”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5012">SEC. 5012. </num><heading>DEFINITION OF TREATMENT WORKS.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Grants for Construction of Treatment Works</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 212(2)(A) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1292/2/A">33 U.S.C. 1292(2)(A)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“any works, including site”</quotedText>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“is used for ultimate”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“will be used for ultimate”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before the period at the end the following: <quotedText>“and acquisition of other land, and interests in land, that are necessary for construction”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 502 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1362">33 U.S.C. 1362</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="26"> “(26) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Treatment works</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>‘treatment works’</term> has the meaning given the term in section 212.”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1292">33 USC 1292 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by this section shall take effect on October 1, 2014.</content> </subsection> </section> <section role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5013">SEC. 5013. </num><heading>FUNDING FOR INDIAN PROGRAMS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> Section 518(c) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1377/c">33 U.S.C. 1377(c)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“The Administrator”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> “(1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fiscal years 1987–2014</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator”</content> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1) (as so designated)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“each fiscal year beginning after September 30, 1986,”</quotedText> and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“each of fiscal years 1987 through 2014,”</quotedText>; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the second sentence; and</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> “(2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fiscal year 2015 and thereafter</inline>.—</heading><content>For fiscal year 2015 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Administrator shall reserve, before allotments to the States under section 604(a), not less than 0.5 percent and not more than 2.0 percent of the funds made available to carry out title VI.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of funds</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Funds reserved under this subsection shall be available only for grants for projects and activities eligible for assistance under section 603(c) to serve—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>Indian tribes (as defined in subsection (h));<page>128 STAT. 1329</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>former Indian reservations in Oklahoma (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>Native villages (as defined in section 3 of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t43/s1602">43 U.S.C. 1602</ref>)).”</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5014">SEC. 5014. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2201">33 USC 2201 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>WATER INFRASTRUCTURE PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish a pilot program to evaluate the cost effectiveness and project delivery efficiency of allowing non-Federal pilot applicants to carry out authorized water resources development projects for coastal harbor improvement, channel improvement, inland navigation, flood damage reduction, aquatic ecosystem restoration, and hurricane and storm damage reduction.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purposes of the pilot program established under subsection (a) are—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>to identify cost-saving project delivery alternatives that reduce the backlog of authorized Corps of Engineers projects; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>to evaluate the technical, financial, and organizational benefits of allowing a non-Federal pilot applicant to carry out and manage the design or construction (or both) of 1 or more of such projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Subsequent Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>Any activity undertaken under this section is authorized only to the extent specifically provided for in subsequent appropriations Acts.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the pilot program established under subsection (a), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>identify for inclusion in the program at least 15 projects that are authorized for construction for coastal harbor improvement, channel improvement, inland navigation, flood damage reduction, or hurricane and storm damage reduction;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify in writing the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives of each project identified under paragraph (1);</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>in consultation with the non-Federal pilot applicant associated with each project identified under paragraph (1), develop a detailed project management plan for the project that outlines the scope, financing, budget, design, and construction resource requirements necessary for the non-Federal pilot applicant to execute the project, or a separable element of the project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>at the request of the non-Federal pilot applicant associated with each project identified under paragraph (1), enter into a project partnership agreement with the non-Federal pilot applicant under which the non-Federal pilot applicant is provided full project management control for the financing, design, or construction (or any combination thereof) of the project, or a separable element of the project, in accordance with plans approved by the Secretary;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>following execution of a project partnership agreement under paragraph (4) and completion of all work under the agreement, issue payment, in accordance with subsection (g), to the relevant non-Federal pilot applicant for that work; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Audit.</p></sidenote><content>regularly monitor and audit each project carried out under the program to ensure that all activities related to the <page>128 STAT. 1330</page>project are carried out in compliance with plans approved by the Secretary and that construction costs are reasonable.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Selection Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In identifying projects under subsection (d)(1), the Secretary shall consider the extent to which the project—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>is significant to the economy of the United States;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>leverages Federal investment by encouraging non-Federal contributions to the project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>employs innovative project delivery and cost-saving methods;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>received Federal funds in the past and experienced delays or missed scheduled deadlines;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>has unobligated Corps of Engineers funding balances; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>has not received Federal funding for recapitalization and modernization since the project was authorized.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Detailed Project Schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after entering into a project partnership agreement under subsection (d)(4), a non-Federal pilot applicant, to the maximum extent practicable, shall submit to the Secretary a detailed project schedule for the relevant project, based on estimated funding levels, that specifies deadlines for each milestone with respect to the project.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Payment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Payment to the non-Federal pilot applicant for work completed pursuant to a project partnership agreement under subsection (d)(4) may be made from—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>if applicable, the balance of the unobligated amounts appropriated for the project; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>other amounts appropriated to the Corps of Engineers, subject to the condition that the total amount transferred to the non-Federal pilot applicant may not exceed the estimate of the Federal share of the cost of construction, including any required design.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> (h)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Technical Assistance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>At the request of a non-Federal pilot applicant participating in the pilot program established under subsection (a), the Secretary may provide to the non-Federal pilot applicant, if the non-Federal pilot applicant contracts with and compensates the Secretary, technical assistance with respect to—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a study, engineering activity, or design activity related to a project carried out by the non-Federal pilot applicant under the program; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>obtaining permits necessary for such a project.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Identification of Impediments</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>except as provided in paragraph (2), identify any procedural requirements under the authority of the Secretary that impede greater use of public-private partnerships and private investment in water resources development projects;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Procedures.</p></sidenote><chapeau>develop and implement, on a project-by-project basis, procedures and approaches that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>address such impediments; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>protect the public interest and any public investment in water resources development projects that involve public-private partnerships or private investment in water resources development projects; and<page>128 STAT. 1331</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Regulations.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, issue rules to carry out the procedures and approaches developed under subparagraph (B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section allows the Secretary to waive any requirement under—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>sections 3141 through 3148 and sections 3701 through 3708 of <ref href="/us/usc/t40">title 40, United States Code</ref>;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>); or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>any other provision of Federal law.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="j"> (j) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public Benefit Studies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Before entering into a project partnership agreement under subsection (d)(4), the Secretary shall conduct an assessment of whether, and provide justification in writing to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives that, the proposed agreement provides better public and financial benefits than a similar transaction using public funding or financing.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An assessment under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>be completed in a period of not more than 90 days;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>take into consideration any supporting materials and data submitted by the relevant non-Federal pilot applicant and other stakeholders; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine whether the proposed project partnership agreement is in the public interest by determining whether the agreement will provide public and financial benefits, including expedited project delivery and savings for taxpayers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="k"> (k) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>The non-Federal pilot applicant may finance the non-Federal share of a project carried out under the pilot program established under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="l"> (l) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability of Federal Law</inline>.—</heading><content>Any provision of Federal law that would apply to the Secretary if the Secretary were carrying out a project shall apply to a non-Federal pilot applicant carrying out a project under this section.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="m"> (m) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cost Share</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section affects a cost-sharing requirement under Federal law that is applicable to a project carried out under the pilot program established under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="n"> (n) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report describing the results of the pilot program established under subsection (a), including any recommendations of the Secretary concerning whether the program or any component of the program should be implemented on a national basis.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="o"> (o) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-Federal Pilot Applicant Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term <term>“non-Federal pilot applicant”</term> means—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>the non-Federal sponsor of the water resources development project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a non-Federal interest, as defined in section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1982d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1982d–5b</ref>); or<page>128 STAT. 1332</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>a private entity with the consent of the local government in which the project is located or that is otherwise affected by the project.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="C">Subtitle C—</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act of 2014.</p></sidenote><heading>Innovative Financing Pilot Projects</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5021">SEC. 5021. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3901">33 USC 3901 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SHORT TITLE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> This subtitle may be cited as the <shortTitle role="subtitle">“Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act of 2014”</shortTitle>.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5022">SEC. 5022. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3901">33 USC 3901</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEFINITIONS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> In this subtitle:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Administrator”</term> means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Community water system</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“community water system”</term> has the meaning given the term in section 1401 of the Safe Drinking Water Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s300f">42 U.S.C. 300f</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal credit instrument</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Federal credit instrument”</term> means a secured loan or loan guarantee authorized to be made available under this subtitle with respect to a project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Investment-grade rating</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“investment-grade rating”</term> means a rating of BBB minus, Baa3, bbb minus, BBB (low), or higher assigned by a rating agency to project obligations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lender</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“lender”</term> means any non-Federal qualified institutional buyer (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t17/s230.144A/a">section 230.144A(a) of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or a successor regulation), known as Rule 144A(a) of the Securities and Exchange Commission and issued under the Securities Act of 1933 (<ref href="/us/usc/t15/s77a/etseq">15 U.S.C. 77a et seq.</ref>)).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“lender”</term> includes—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>a qualified retirement plan (as defined in section 4974(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) that is a qualified institutional buyer; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>a governmental plan (as defined in section 414(d) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) that is a qualified institutional buyer.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Loan guarantee</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“loan guarantee”</term> means any guarantee or other pledge by the Secretary or the Administrator to pay all or part of the principal of, and interest on, a loan or other debt obligation issued by an obligor and funded by a lender.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Obligor</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“obligor”</term> means an eligible entity that is primarily liable for payment of the principal of, or interest on, a Federal credit instrument.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project obligation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“project obligation”</term> means any note, bond, debenture, or other debt obligation issued by an obligor in connection with the financing of a project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exclusion</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“project obligation”</term> does not include a Federal credit instrument.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> (9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Rating agency</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“rating agency”</term> means a credit rating agency registered with the Securities and <page>128 STAT. 1333</page>Exchange Commission as a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (as defined in section 3(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (<ref href="/us/usc/t15/s78c/a">15 U.S.C. 78c(a)</ref>)).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> (10) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Secured loan</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“secured loan”</term> means a direct loan or other debt obligation issued by an obligor and funded by the Secretary or Administrator, as applicable, in connection with the financing of a project under section 5029.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="11"> (11) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“State”</term> means—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a State;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the District of Columbia;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>any other territory or possession of the United States.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="12"> (12) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">State infrastructure financing authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“State infrastructure financing authority”</term> means the State entity established or designated by the Governor of a State to receive a capitalization grant provided by, or otherwise carry out the requirements of, title VI of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1381">33 U.S.C. 1381</ref> et. seq.) or section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s300j–12">42 U.S.C. 300j–12</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="13"> (13) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Subsidy amount</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“subsidy amount”</term> means the amount of budget authority sufficient to cover the estimated long-term cost to the Federal Government of a Federal credit instrument, as calculated on a net present value basis, excluding administrative costs and any incidental effects on governmental receipts or outlays in accordance with the Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t2/s661/etseq">2 U.S.C. 661 et seq.</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="14"> (14) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Substantial completion</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“substantial completion”</term>, with respect to a project, means the earliest date on which a project is considered to perform the functions for which the project is designed.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="15"> (15) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Treatment works</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“treatment works”</term> has the meaning given the term in section 212 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1292">33 U.S.C. 1292</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5023">SEC. 5023. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3902">33 USC 3902</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary and the Administrator may provide financial assistance under this subtitle to carry out pilot projects, which shall be selected to ensure a diversity of project types and geographical locations.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Responsibility</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Secretary</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out all pilot projects under this subtitle that are eligible projects under section 5026(1).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall carry out all pilot projects under this subtitle that are eligible projects under paragraphs (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), and (8) of section 5026.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Other projects</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may carry out eligible projects under paragraph (7) or (9) of section 5026.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5024">SEC. 5024. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3903">33 USC 3903</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>APPLICATIONS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>To receive assistance under this subtitle, an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary or the Administrator may require.<page>128 STAT. 1334</page></content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Combined Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>In the case of an eligible project described in paragraph (8) or (9) of section 5026, the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall require the eligible entity to submit a single application for the combined group of projects.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5025">SEC. 5025. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3904">33 USC 3904</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ELIGIBLE ENTITIES.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> The following entities are eligible to receive assistance under this subtitle:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>A corporation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>A partnership.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>A joint venture.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>A trust.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>A Federal, State, or local governmental entity, agency, or instrumentality.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>A tribal government or consortium of tribal governments.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><content>A State infrastructure financing authority.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5026">SEC. 5026. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3905">33 USC 3905</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROJECTS ELIGIBLE FOR ASSISTANCE.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> The following projects may be carried out with amounts made available under this subtitle:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>Any project for flood damage reduction, hurricane and storm damage reduction, environmental restoration, coastal or inland harbor navigation improvement, or inland and intracoastal waterways navigation improvement that the Secretary determines is technically sound, economically justified, and environmentally acceptable, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a project to reduce flood damage;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>a project to restore aquatic ecosystems;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>a project to improve the inland and intracoastal waterways navigation system of the United States; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>a project to improve navigation of a coastal or inland harbor of the United States, including channel deepening and construction of associated general navigation features.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>1 or more activities that are eligible for assistance under section 603(c) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1383/c">33 U.S.C. 1383(c)</ref>), notwithstanding the public ownership requirement under paragraph (1) of that subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>1 or more activities described in section 1452(a)(2) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s300j–12/a/2">42 U.S.C. 300j–12(a)(2)</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>A project for enhanced energy efficiency in the operation of a public water system or a publicly owned treatment works.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>A project for repair, rehabilitation, or replacement of a treatment works, community water system, or aging water distribution or waste collection facility (including a facility that serves a population or community of an Indian reservation).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><content>A brackish or sea water desalination project, a managed aquifer recharge project, or a water recycling project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><chapeau>Acquisition of real property or an interest in real property—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>if the acquisition is integral to a project described in paragraphs (1) through (6); or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>pursuant to an existing plan that, in the judgment of the Administrator or the Secretary, as applicable, would mitigate the environmental impacts of water resources infrastructure projects otherwise eligible for assistance under this section.<page>128 STAT. 1335</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><content>A combination of projects, each of which is eligible under paragraph (2) or (3), for which a State infrastructure financing authority submits to the Administrator a single application.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> (9) </num><content>A combination of projects secured by a common security pledge, each of which is eligible under paragraph (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), or (7), for which an eligible entity, or a combination of eligible entities, submits a single application.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5027">SEC. 5027. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3906">33 USC 3906</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ACTIVITIES ELIGIBLE FOR ASSISTANCE.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> For purposes of this subtitle, an eligible activity with respect to an eligible project includes the cost of—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>development-phase activities, including planning, feasibility analysis (including any related analysis necessary to carry out an eligible project), revenue forecasting, environmental review, permitting, preliminary engineering and design work, and other preconstruction activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and replacement activities;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>the acquisition of real property or an interest in real property (including water rights, land relating to the project, and improvements to land), environmental mitigation (including acquisitions pursuant to section 5026(7)), construction contingencies, and acquisition of equipment; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>capitalized interest necessary to meet market requirements, reasonably required reserve funds, capital issuance expenses, and other carrying costs during construction.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5028">SEC. 5028. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3907">33 USC 3907</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY AND PROJECT SELECTION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Criteria.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligibility Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To be eligible to receive financial assistance under this subtitle, a project shall meet the following criteria, as determined by the Secretary or Administrator, as applicable:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Creditworthiness</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The project and obligor shall be creditworthy, which shall be determined by the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In determining the creditworthiness of a project and obligor, the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall take into consideration relevant factors, including—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the terms, conditions, financial structure, and security features of the proposed financing;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the dedicated revenue sources that will secure or fund the project obligations;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>the financial assumptions upon which the project is based; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>the financial soundness and credit history of the obligor.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Security features</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall ensure that any financing for the project has appropriate security features, such as a rate covenant, supporting the project obligations to ensure repayment.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Rating opinion letters</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Preliminary rating opinion letter</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall <page>128 STAT. 1336</page>require each project applicant to provide, at the time of application, a preliminary rating opinion letter from at least 1 rating agency indicating that the senior obligations of the project (which may be the Federal credit instrument) have the potential to achieve an investment-grade rating.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Final rating opinion letters</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall require each project applicant to provide, prior to final acceptance and financing of the project, final rating opinion letters from at least 2 rating agencies indicating that the senior obligations of the project have an investment-grade rating.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special rule for certain combined projects</inline>.—</heading><content>The <sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Process.</p></sidenote>Administrator shall develop a credit evaluation process for a Federal credit instrument provided to a State infrastructure financing authority for a project under section 5026(8) or an entity for a project under section 5026(9), which may include requiring the provision of a final rating opinion letter from at least 2 rating agencies.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eligible project costs</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to subparagraph (B), the eligible project costs of a project shall be reasonably anticipated to be not less than $20,000,000.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Small community water infrastructure projects</inline>.—</heading><content>For a project described in paragraph (2) or (3) of section 5026 that serves a community of not more than 25,000 individuals, the eligible project costs of a project shall be reasonably anticipated to be not less than $5,000,000.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Dedicated revenue sources</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal credit instrument for the project shall be repayable, in whole or in part, from dedicated revenue sources that also secure the project obligations.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public sponsorship of private entities</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If an eligible project is carried out by an entity that is not a State or local government or an agency or instrumentality of a State or local government or a tribal government or consortium of tribal governments, the project shall be publicly sponsored.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public sponsorship</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of this subtitle, a project shall be considered to be publicly sponsored if the obligor can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Secretary or the Administrator, as appropriate, that the project applicant has consulted with the affected State, local, or tribal government in which the project is located, or is otherwise affected by the project, and that such government supports the proposed project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>No project receiving Federal credit assistance under this subtitle may be financed (directly or indirectly), in whole or in part, with proceeds of any obligation—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the interest on which is exempt from the tax imposed under chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>with respect to which credit is allowable under subpart I or J of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of such Code.<page>128 STAT. 1337</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of existing financing mechanisms</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>For each eligible project for which the Administrator has authority under paragraph (2) or (3) of section 5023(b) and for which the Administrator has received an application for financial assistance under this subtitle, the Administrator shall notify, not later than 30 days after the date on which the Administrator receives a complete application, the applicable State infrastructure financing authority of the State in which the project is located that such application has been submitted.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Determination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If, not later than 60 days after the date of receipt of a notification under subparagraph (A), a State infrastructure financing authority notifies the Administrator that the State infrastructure financing authority intends to commit funds to the project in an amount that is equal to or greater than the amount requested under the application, the Administrator may not provide any financial assistance for that project under this subtitle unless—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by the date that is 180 days after the date of receipt of a notification under subparagraph (A), the State infrastructure financing authority fails to enter into an assistance agreement to provide funds for the project; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the financial assistance to be provided by the State infrastructure financing authority will be at rates and terms that are less favorable than the rates and terms for financial assistance provided under this subtitle.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Operation and maintenance plan</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall determine whether an applicant for assistance under this subtitle has developed, and identified adequate revenues to implement, a plan for operating, maintaining, and repairing the project over the useful life of the project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special rule</inline>.—</heading><content>An eligible project described in section 5026(1) that has not been specifically authorized by Congress shall not be eligible for Federal assistance for operations and maintenance.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Selection Criteria</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall establish criteria for the selection of projects that meet the eligibility requirements of subsection (a), in accordance with paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The selection criteria shall include the following:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>The extent to which the project is nationally or regionally significant, with respect to the generation of economic and public benefits, such as—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the reduction of flood risk;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the improvement of water quality and quantity, including aquifer recharge;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>the protection of drinking water, including source water protection; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>the support of international commerce.<page>128 STAT. 1338</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>The extent to which the project financing plan includes public or private financing in addition to assistance under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>The likelihood that assistance under this subtitle would enable the project to proceed at an earlier date than the project would otherwise be able to proceed.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>The extent to which the project uses new or innovative approaches.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>The amount of budget authority required to fund the Federal credit instrument made available under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><chapeau>The extent to which the project—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>protects against extreme weather events, such as floods or hurricanes; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>helps maintain or protect the environment.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>The extent to which a project serves regions with significant energy exploration, development, or production areas.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="H"> (H) </num><chapeau>The extent to which a project serves regions with significant water resource challenges, including the need to address—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>water quality concerns in areas of regional, national, or international significance;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>water quantity concerns related to groundwater, surface water, or other water sources;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>significant flood risk;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>water resource challenges identified in existing regional, State, or multistate agreements; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>water resources with exceptional recreational value or ecological importance.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>The extent to which the project addresses identified municipal, State, or regional priorities.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="J"> (J)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>The readiness of the project to proceed toward development, including a demonstration by the obligor that there is a reasonable expectation that the contracting process for construction of the project can commence by not later than 90 days after the date on which a Federal credit instrument is obligated for the project under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="K"> (K) </num><content>The extent to which assistance under this subtitle reduces the contribution of Federal assistance to the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special rule for certain combined projects</inline>.—</heading><content>For a project described in section 5026(8), the Administrator shall only consider the criteria described in subparagraphs (B) through (K) of paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section supersedes the applicability of other requirements of Federal law (including regulations).</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5029">SEC. 5029. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3908">33 USC 3908</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SECURED LOANS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Agreements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may enter into agreements with 1 or more obligors to make secured loans, the proceeds of which shall be used to finance eligible project costs of any project selected under section 5028.<page>128 STAT. 1339</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Financial risk assessment</inline>.—</heading><content>Before entering into an agreement under this subsection for a secured loan, the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, in consultation with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and each rating agency providing a rating opinion letter under section 5028(a)(1)(D), shall determine an appropriate capital reserve subsidy amount for the secured loan, taking into account each such rating opinion letter.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Investment-grade rating requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>The execution of a secured loan under this section shall be contingent on receipt by the senior obligations of the project of an investment-grade rating.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Terms and Limitations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A secured loan provided for a project under this section shall be subject to such terms and conditions, and contain such covenants, representations, warranties, and requirements (including requirements for audits), as the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, determines to be appropriate.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Maximum amount</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The amount of a secured loan under this section shall not exceed the lesser of—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>an amount equal to 49 percent of the reasonably anticipated eligible project costs; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>if the secured loan does not receive an investment-grade rating, the amount of the senior project obligations of the project.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Payment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A secured loan under this section—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>shall be payable, in whole or in part, from State or local taxes, user fees, or other dedicated revenue sources that also secure the senior project obligations of the relevant project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>shall include a rate covenant, coverage requirement, or similar security feature supporting the project obligations; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>may have a lien on revenues described in subparagraph (A), subject to any lien securing project obligations.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interest rate</inline>.—</heading><content>The interest rate on a secured loan under this section shall be not less than the yield on United States Treasury securities of a similar maturity to the maturity of the secured loan on the date of execution of the loan agreement.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Maturity date</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The final maturity date of a secured loan under this section shall be the earlier of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the date that is 35 years after the date of substantial completion of the relevant project (as determined by the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>if the useful life of the project (as determined by the Secretary or Administrator, as applicable) is less than 35 years, the useful life the project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special rule for state infrastructure financing authorities</inline>.—</heading><content>The final maturity date of a secured loan to a State infrastructure financing authority under this section shall be not later than 35 years after the date on which amounts are first disbursed.<page>128 STAT. 1340</page> </content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Nonsubordination</inline>.—</heading><content>A secured loan under this section shall not be subordinated to the claims of any holder of project obligations in the event of bankruptcy, insolvency, or liquidation of the obligor of the project.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fees</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may establish fees at a level sufficient to cover all or a portion of the costs to the Federal Government of making a secured loan under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal share</inline>.—</heading><content>The proceeds of a secured loan under this section may be used to pay any non-Federal share of project costs required if the loan is repayable from non-Federal funds.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> (9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Maximum federal involvement</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in subparagraph (B), for each project for which assistance is provided under this subtitle, the total amount of Federal assistance shall not exceed 80 percent of the total project cost.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exceptions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to any rural water project—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>that is authorized to be carried out by the Secretary of the Interior;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>that includes among its beneficiaries a federally recognized Indian tribe; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>for which the authorized Federal share of the total project costs is greater than the amount described in subparagraph (A).</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Repayment</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall establish a repayment schedule for each secured loan provided under this section, based on the projected cash flow from project revenues and other repayment sources.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Commencement</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Scheduled loan repayments of principal or interest on a secured loan under this section shall commence not later than 5 years after the date of substantial completion of the project (as determined by the Secretary or Administrator, as applicable).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special rule for state infrastructure financing authorities</inline>.—</heading><content>Scheduled loan repayments of principal or interest on a secured loan to a State infrastructure financing authority under this subtitle shall commence not later than 5 years after the date on which amounts are first disbursed.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deferred payments</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Authorization</inline>.—</heading><content>If, at any time after the date of substantial completion of a project for which a secured loan is provided under this section, the project is unable to generate sufficient revenues to pay the scheduled loan repayments of principal and interest on the secured loan, the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, subject to subparagraph (C), may allow the obligor to add unpaid principal and interest to the outstanding balance of the secured loan.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interest</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any payment deferred under subparagraph (A) shall—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>continue to accrue interest in accordance with subsection (b)(4) until fully repaid; and<page>128 STAT. 1341</page></content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>be scheduled to be amortized over the remaining term of the secured loan.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Any payment deferral under subparagraph (A) shall be contingent on the project meeting such criteria as the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may establish.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Repayment standards</inline>.—</heading><content>The criteria established under clause (i) shall include standards for reasonable assurance of repayment.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Prepayment</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of excess revenues</inline>.—</heading><content>Any excess revenues that remain after satisfying scheduled debt service requirements on the project obligations and secured loan and all deposit requirements under the terms of any trust agreement, bond resolution, or similar agreement securing project obligations may be applied annually to prepay a secured loan under this section without penalty.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use of proceeds of refinancing</inline>.—</heading><content>A secured loan under this section may be prepaid at any time without penalty from the proceeds of refinancing from non-Federal funding sources.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sale of Secured Loans</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notification.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraph (2), as soon as practicable after the date of substantial completion of a project and after providing a notice to the obligor, the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may sell to another entity or reoffer into the capital markets a secured loan for a project under this section, if the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, determines that the sale or reoffering can be made on favorable terms.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consent of obligor</inline>.—</heading><content>In making a sale or reoffering under paragraph (1), the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may not change the original terms and conditions of the secured loan without the written consent of the obligor.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Loan Guarantees</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may provide a loan guarantee to a lender in lieu of making a secured loan under this section, if the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, determines that the budgetary cost of the loan guarantee is substantially the same as that of a secured loan.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Terms</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms of a loan guarantee provided under this subsection shall be consistent with the terms established in this section for a secured loan, except that the rate on the guaranteed loan and any prepayment features shall be negotiated between the obligor and the lender, with the consent of the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5030">SEC. 5030. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3909">33 USC 3909</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall establish a uniform system to service the Federal credit instruments made available under this subtitle.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fees</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may collect and spend fees, contingent on authority <page>128 STAT. 1342</page>being provided in appropriations Acts, at a level that is sufficient to cover—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the costs of services of expert firms retained pursuant to subsection (d); and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>all or a portion of the costs to the Federal Government of servicing the Federal credit instruments provided under this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Servicer</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may appoint a financial entity to assist the Secretary or the Administrator in servicing the Federal credit instruments provided under this subtitle.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><content>A servicer appointed under paragraph (1) shall act as the agent for the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Fee</inline>.—</heading><content>A servicer appointed under paragraph (1) shall receive a servicing fee, subject to approval by the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assistance From Experts</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may retain the services, including counsel, of organizations and entities with expertise in the field of municipal and project finance to assist in the underwriting and servicing of Federal credit instruments provided under this subtitle.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability of Other Laws</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 513 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s1372">33 U.S.C. 1372</ref>) applies to the construction of a project carried out, in whole or in part, with assistance made available through a Federal credit instrument under this subtitle in the same manner that section applies to a treatment works for which a grant is made available under that Act.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5031">SEC. 5031. </num><heading>STATE,<sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3910">33 USC 3910</ref>.</p></sidenote> TRIBAL, AND LOCAL PERMITS.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> The provision of financial assistance for a project under this subtitle shall not—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>relieve any recipient of the assistance of any obligation to obtain any required State, local, or tribal permit or approval with respect to the project;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>limit the right of any unit of State, local, or tribal government to approve or regulate any rate of return on private equity invested in the project; or</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>otherwise supersede any State, local, or tribal law (including any regulation) applicable to the construction or operation of the project.</content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5032">SEC. 5032. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3911">33 USC 3911</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REGULATIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> The Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may promulgate such regulations as the Secretary or Administrator determines to be appropriate to carry out this subtitle.</content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5033">SEC. 5033. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3912">33 USC 3912</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FUNDING.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Appropriation authorization.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>There is authorized to be appropriated to each of the Secretary and the Administrator to carry out this subtitle, to remain available until expended—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>$20,000,000 for fiscal year 2015;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>$25,000,000 for fiscal year 2016;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>$35,000,000 for fiscal year 2017;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>$45,000,000 for fiscal year 2018; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>$50,000,000 for fiscal year 2019.<page>128 STAT. 1343</page></content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administrative Costs</inline>.—</heading><content>Of the funds made available to carry out this subtitle, the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may use for the administration of this subtitle, including for the provision of technical assistance to aid project sponsors in obtaining the necessary approvals for the project, not more than $2,200,000 for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2019.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Small Community Water Infrastructure Projects</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For each fiscal year, the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, shall set aside not less than 15 percent of the amounts made available for that fiscal year under this section for small community water infrastructure projects described in section 5028(a)(2)(B).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content>Any amounts set aside under paragraph (1) that remain unobligated on June 1 of the fiscal year for which the amounts are set aside shall be available for obligation by the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, for projects other than small community water infrastructure projects.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding section 5029(b)(2), the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, may make available up to 25 percent of the amounts made available for each fiscal year under this section for loans in excess of 49 percent of the total project costs.</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5034">SEC. 5034. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3913">33 USC 3913</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REPORTS ON PILOT PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Agency Reporting</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>As soon as practicable after each fiscal year for which amounts are made available to carry out this subtitle, the Secretary and the Administrator shall publish on a dedicated, publicly accessible Internet site—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>each application received for assistance under this subtitle; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Lists.</p></sidenote><chapeau>a list of the projects selected for assistance under this subtitle, including—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a description of each project;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the amount of financial assistance provided for each project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the basis for the selection of each project with respect to the requirements of this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reports to Congress</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report summarizing for the projects that are receiving, or have received, assistance under this subtitle—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the applications received for assistance under this subtitle;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>the projects selected for assistance under this subtitle, including a description of the projects and the basis for the selection of those projects with respect to the requirements of this subtitle;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the type and amount of financial assistance provided for each project selected for assistance under this subtitle;<page>128 STAT. 1344</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>the financial performance of each project selected for assistance under this subtitle, including an evaluation of whether the objectives of this subtitle are being met;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>the benefits and impacts of implementation of this subtitle, including the public benefit provided by the projects selected for assistance under this subtitle, including, as applicable, water quality and water quantity improvement, the protection of drinking water, and the reduction of flood risk; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>an evaluation of the feasibility of attracting non-Federal public or private financing for water infrastructure projects as a result of the implementation of this subtitle.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report under paragraph (1) shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>an evaluation of the impacts (if any) of the limitation under section 5028(a)(5) on the ability of eligible entities to finance water infrastructure projects under this subtitle;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>a recommendation as to whether the objectives of this subtitle would be best served—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>by continuing the authority of the Secretary or the Administrator, as applicable, to provide assistance under this subtitle;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>by establishing a Government corporation or Government-sponsored enterprise to provide assistance in accordance with this subtitle; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>by terminating the authority of the Secretary and the Administrator under this subtitle and relying on the capital markets to fund the types of infrastructure investments assisted by this subtitle without Federal participation; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>any proposed changes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of this subtitle in providing financing for water infrastructure projects, taking into consideration the recommendations made under subparagraphs (A) and (B).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="5035">SEC. 5035. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s3914">33 USC 3914</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REQUIREMENTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in subsection (c), none of the amounts made available under this subtitle may be used for the construction, alteration, maintenance, or repair of a project eligible for assistance under this subtitle unless all of the iron and steel products used in the project are produced in the United States.</content> </subsection> <subsection role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of Iron and Steel Products</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term <term>“iron and steel products”</term> means the following products made primarily of iron or steel: lined or unlined pipes and fittings, manhole covers and other municipal castings, hydrants, tanks, flanges, pipe clamps and restraints, valves, structural steel, reinforced precast concrete, and construction materials.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Application</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subsection (a) shall not apply in any case or category of cases in which the Administrator finds that—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>applying subsection (a) would be inconsistent with the public interest;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>iron and steel products are not produced in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available quantities and of a satisfactory quality; or<page>128 STAT. 1345</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>inclusion of iron and steel products produced in the United States will increase the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Waiver</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator receives a request for a waiver under this section, the Administrator shall make available to the public, on an informal basis, a copy of the request and information available to the Administrator concerning the request, and shall allow for informal public input on the request for at least 15 days prior to making a finding based on the request. The <sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote>Administrator shall make the request and accompanying information available by electronic means, including on the official public Internet Web site of the Environmental Protection Agency.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">International Agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall be applied in a manner consistent with United States obligations under international agreements.</content> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="VI">TITLE VI—</num><heading>DEAUTHORIZATION AND BACKLOG PREVENTION</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="6001">SEC. 6001. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s579b">33 USC 579b</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEAUTHORIZATION OF INACTIVE PROJECTS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purposes of this section are—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><chapeau>to identify $18,000,000,000 in water resources development projects authorized by Congress that are no longer viable for construction due to—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>a lack of local support;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>a lack of available Federal or non-Federal resources; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>an authorizing purpose that is no longer relevant or feasible;</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>to create an expedited and definitive process to deauthorize water resources development projects that are no longer viable for construction; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>to allow the continued authorization of water resources development projects that are viable for construction.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Comprehensive Status Reports</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 1001(b) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s579a/b">33 U.S.C. 579a(b)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> “(3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Minimum funding list</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>At the end of each fiscal year, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, and make available on a publicly accessible Internet site in a manner that is downloadable, searchable, and sortable, a list of—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A) </num><content>projects or separable elements of projects authorized for construction for which funding has been obligated during the current fiscal year or any of the 6 preceding fiscal years;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><content>the amount of funding obligated for each such project or separable element per fiscal year;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><content>the current phase of each such project or separable element of a project; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> “(D) </num><content>the amount required to complete the current phase of each such project or separable element.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> “(4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Comprehensive backlog report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1346</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> “(A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Lists.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall compile and publish a complete list of all projects and separable elements of projects of the Corps of Engineers that are authorized for construction but have not been completed.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> “(B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Required information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include on the list developed under subparagraph (A) for each project and separable element on that list—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i) </num><content>the date of authorization of the project or separable element, including any subsequent modifications to the original authorization;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii) </num><content>the original budget authority for the project or separable element;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> “(iii) </num><content>a brief description of the project or separable element;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> “(iv) </num><content>the estimated date of completion of the project or separable element;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> “(v) </num><content>the estimated cost of completion of the project or separable element; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="vi"> “(vi) </num><content>any amounts appropriated for the project or separable element that remain unobligated.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> “(C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> “(i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Secretary shall submit a copy of the list developed under subparagraph (A) to—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> “(I) </num><content>the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> “(II) </num><content>the Director of the Office of Management and Budget.</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> “(ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Effective date.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Records.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public availability</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning on the date the Secretary submits the report to Congress under clause (i), the Secretary shall make a copy of the list available on a publicly accessible Internet site in a manner that is downloadable, searchable, and sortable.”</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Interim Deauthorization List</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall develop an interim deauthorization list that identifies each water resources development project, or separable element of a project, authorized for construction before November 8, 2007, for which—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>construction was not initiated before the date of enactment of this Act; or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>construction was initiated before the date of enactment of this Act, but for which no funds, Federal or non-Federal, were obligated for construction of the project or separable element of the project during the current fiscal year or any of the 6 preceding fiscal years.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special rule for projects receiving funds for post-authorization study</inline>.—</heading><content>A project or separable element of a project may not be identified on the interim deauthorization list, or the final deauthorization list developed under subsection (d), if the project or separable element received funding for a post-authorization study during the current fiscal year or any of the 6 preceding fiscal years.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Public comment and consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1347</page></chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall solicit comments from the public and the Governors of each applicable State on the interim deauthorization list developed under paragraph (1).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Comment period</inline>.—</heading><content>The public comment period shall be 90 days.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to congress; publication</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 90 days after the date of submission of the list required by section 1001(b)(4)(A) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (as added by subsection (b)), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>submit the interim deauthorization list to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p></sidenote><content>publish the interim deauthorization list in the Federal Register.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Final Deauthorization List</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall develop a final deauthorization list of each water resources development project, or separable element of a project, described in subsection (c)(1) that is identified pursuant to this subsection.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deauthorization amount</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include on the final deauthorization list projects and separable elements of projects that have, in the aggregate, an estimated Federal cost to complete that is at least $18,000,000,000.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Determination of federal cost to complete</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of subparagraph (A), the Federal cost to complete shall take into account any allowances authorized by section 902 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2280">33 U.S.C. 2280</ref>), as applied to the most recent project schedule and cost estimate.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Identification of projects</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Sequencing of projects</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall identify projects and separable elements of projects for inclusion on the final deauthorization list according to the order in which the projects and separable elements of the projects were authorized, beginning with the earliest authorized projects and separable elements of projects and ending once the last project or separable element of a project necessary to meet the aggregate amount under paragraph (2) is identified.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Factors to consider</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may identify projects and separable elements of projects in an order other than that established by clause (i) if the Secretary determines, on a case-by-case basis, that a project or separable element of a project is critical for interests of the United States, based on the possible impact of the project or separable element of the project on public health and safety, the national economy, or the environment.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration of public comments</inline>.—</heading><content>In making determinations under clause (ii), the Secretary shall consider any comments received under subsection (c)(3).<page>128 STAT. 1348</page></content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Appendix</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include as part of the final deauthorization list an appendix that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>identifies each project or separable element of a project on the interim deauthorization list developed under subsection (c) that is not included on the final deauthorization list; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>describes the reasons why the project or separable element is not included.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Submission to congress; publication</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 120 days after the date on which the public comment period under subsection (c)(3) expires, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>submit the final deauthorization list and the appendix to the final deauthorization list to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p></sidenote><content>publish the final deauthorization list and the appendix to the final deauthorization list in the Federal Register.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deauthorization; Congressional Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>After the expiration of the 180-day period beginning on the date of submission of the final deauthorization report under subsection (d), a project or separable element of a project identified in the report is hereby deauthorized, unless Congress passes a joint resolution disapproving the final deauthorization report prior to the end of such period.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal contributions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A project or separable element of a project identified in the final deauthorization report under subsection (d) shall not be deauthorized under this subsection if, before the expiration of the 180-day period referred to in paragraph (1), the non-Federal interest for the project or separable element of the project provides sufficient funds to complete the project or separable element of the project.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Treatment of projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), each project and separable element of a project identified in the final deauthorization report shall be treated as deauthorized for purposes of the aggregate deauthorization amount specified in subsection (d)(2).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">General Provisions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Post-authorization study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“post-authorization study”</term> means—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>a feasibility report developed under section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>);</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>a feasibility study, as defined in section 105(d) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2215/d">33 U.S.C. 2215(d)</ref>); or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><chapeau>a review conducted under section 216 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s549a">33 U.S.C. 549a</ref>), including an initial appraisal that—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>demonstrates a Federal interest; and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>requires additional analysis for the project or separable element.<page>128 STAT. 1349</page></content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Water resources development project</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“water resources development project”</term> includes an environmental infrastructure assistance project or program of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Treatment of project modifications</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of this section, if an authorized water resources development project or separable element of the project has been modified by an Act of Congress, the date of the authorization of the project or separable element shall be deemed to be the date of the most recent such modification.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="6002">SEC. 6002. </num><heading>REVIEW OF CORPS OF ENGINEERS ASSETS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Assessment and Inventory</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall conduct an assessment of all properties under the control of the Corps of Engineers and develop an inventory of the properties that are not needed for the missions of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the assessment and developing the inventory under subsection (a), the Secretary shall use the following criteria:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>The extent to which the property aligns with the current missions of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>The economic impact of the property on existing communities in the vicinity of the property.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>The extent to which the utilization rate for the property is being maximized and is consistent with nongovernmental industry standards for the given function or operation.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>The extent to which the reduction or elimination of the property could reduce operation and maintenance costs of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><content>The extent to which the reduction or elimination of the property could reduce energy consumption by the Corps of Engineers.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>As soon as practicable following completion of the inventory of properties under subsection (a), the Secretary shall provide the inventory to the Administrator of General Services.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 days after the date of the notification under subsection (c), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and make publicly available a report containing the findings of the Secretary with respect to the assessment and inventory required under subsection (a).</content> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="6003">SEC. 6003. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s579c">33 USC 579c</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>BACKLOG PREVENTION.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Project Deauthorization</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A water resources development project, or separable element of such a project, authorized for construction by this Act shall not be authorized after the last day of the 7-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act unless funds have been obligated for construction of such project during that period.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Identification of projects</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the expiration of the 7-year period referred to in paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee <page>128 STAT. 1350</page>on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that identifies the projects deauthorized under paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 60 days after the expiration of the 12-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, and make available to the public, a report that contains—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>a list of any water resources development projects authorized by this Act for which construction has not been completed during that period;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>a description of the reasons the projects were not completed;</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><content>a schedule for the completion of the projects based on expected levels of appropriations; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><content>a 5-year and 10-year projection of construction backlog and any recommendations to Congress regarding how to mitigate current problems and the backlog.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="6004">SEC. 6004. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading>DEAUTHORIZATIONS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Walnut creek (pacheco creek), california</inline>.—</heading><content>The portions of the project for flood protection on Walnut Creek, California, constructed under section 203 of the Flood Control Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/pl/86/645">Public Law 86–645</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/74/488">74 Stat. 488</ref>), consisting of the Walnut Creek project from Sta 0+00 to Sta 142+00 and the upstream extent of the Walnut Creek project along Pacheco Creek from Sta 0+00 to Sta 73+50 are no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Walnut creek (san ramon creek), california</inline>.—</heading><content>The portion of the project for flood protection on Walnut Creek, California, constructed under section 203 of the Flood Control Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/pl/86/645">Public Law 86–645</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/74/488">74 Stat. 488</ref>), consisting of the culvert constructed by the Department of the Army on San Ramon Creek from Sta 4+27 to Sta 14+27 is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Eightmile river, connecticut</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>The portion of the project for navigation, Eightmile River, Connecticut, authorized by the first section of the Act of June 25, 1910 (<ref href="/us/stat/36/633/ch382">36 Stat. 633, chapter 382</ref>) (commonly known as the “River and Harbor Act of 1910”), that begins at a point of the existing 8-foot channel limit with coordinates N701002.39, E1109247.73, thence running north 2 degrees 19 minutes 57.1 seconds east 265.09 feet to a point N701267.26, E1109258.52, thence running north 7 degrees 47 minutes 19.3 seconds east 322.32 feet to a point N701586.60, E1109302.20, thence running north 90 degrees 0 minutes 0 seconds east 65.61 to a point N701586.60, E1109367.80, thence running south 7 degrees 47 minutes 19.3 seconds west 328.11 feet to a point N701261.52, E1109323.34, thence running south 2 degrees 19 minutes 57.1 seconds west 305.49 feet to an end at a point N700956.28, E1109310.91 on the existing 8-foot channel limit, shall be reduced to a width of 65 feet and the channel realigned to follow the deepest available water.<page>128 STAT. 1351</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>The project referred to in subparagraph (A) beginning at a point N701296.72, E1109262.55 and running north 45 degrees 4 minutes 2.8 seconds west 78.09 feet to a point N701341.18, E1109217.98, thence running north 5 degrees 8 minutes 34.6 seconds east 180.14 feet to a point N701520.59, E1109234.13, thence running north 54 degrees 5 minutes 50.1 seconds east 112.57 feet to a point N701568.04, E1109299.66, thence running south 7 degrees 47 minutes 18.4 seconds west 292.58 feet to the point of origin; and the remaining area north of the channel realignment beginning at a point N700956.28, E1109310.91 thence running north 2 degrees 19 minutes 57.1 seconds east 305.49 feet west to a point N701261.52, E1109323.34 north 7 degrees 47 minutes 18.4 seconds east 328.11 feet to a point N701586.60, E1109367.81 thence running north 90 degrees 0 minutes 0 seconds east 7.81 feet to a point N701586.60, E1109375.62 thence running south 5 degrees 8 minutes 34.6 seconds west 626.29 feet to a point N700962.83, E1109319.47 thence south 52 degrees 35 minutes 36.5 seconds 10.79 feet to the point of origin is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Hillsborough (hillsboro) bay and river, florida</inline>.—</heading><content>The portions of the project for navigation, Hillsborough (Hillsboro) Bay and River, Florida, authorized by the Act of March 3, 1899 (<ref href="/us/stat/30/1126">30 Stat. 1126</ref>; chapter 425), that extend on either side of the Hillsborough River from the Kennedy Boulevard bridge to the mouth of the river that cause the existing channel to exceed 100 feet in width are no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Kahului wastewater reclamation facility, maui, hawaii</inline>.—</heading><content>The project authorized pursuant to section 14 of the Flood Control Act of 1946 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s701r">33 U.S.C. 701r</ref>) to provide shoreline protection for the Kahului Wastewater Reclamation Facility, located on the Island of Maui in the State of Hawaii is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lucas-berg pit, illinois waterway and grant calumet river, illinois</inline>.—</heading><content>The portion of the project for navigation, Illinois Waterway and Grand Calumet River, Illinois, authorized by the first section of the Act of July 24, 1946 (<ref href="/us/stat/60/636">60 Stat. 636</ref>; chapter 595), that consists of the Lucas-Berg Pit confined disposal facility, Illinois is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="7"> (7) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Port of iberia, louisiana</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 1001(25) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/stat/121/1053">121 Stat. 1053</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> <quotedText>“; except that”</quotedText> and all that follows before the period at the end.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="8"> (8) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Rockland harbor, maine</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The project for navigation, Rockland Harbor, Maine, authorized by the Act of June 3, 1896 (<ref href="/us/stat/29/202">29 Stat. 202</ref>; chapter 314), and described as follows is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Beginning at the point in the 14-foot turning basin limit with coordinates N162,927.61, E826,210.16.<page>128 STAT. 1352</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Thence running north 45 degrees 45 minutes 15.6 seconds east 287.45 feet to a point N163,128.18, E826,416.08.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Thence running south 13 degrees 17 minutes 53.3 seconds east 129.11 feet to a point N163,002.53, E826,445.77.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Thence running south 45 degrees 45 minutes 18.4 seconds west 221.05 feet to a point N162,848.30, E826,287.42.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>Thence running north 44 degrees 14 minutes 59.5 seconds west 110.73 feet to the point of origin.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="9"> (9) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Thomaston harbor, georges river, maine</inline>.—</heading><content>The portion of the project for navigation, Georges River, Maine (Thomaston Harbor), authorized by the first section of the Act of June 3, 1896 (<ref href="/us/stat/29/215/ch314">29 Stat. 215, chapter 314</ref>), and modified by section 317 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/pl/106/541">Public Law 106–541</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/114/2604">114 Stat. 2604</ref>), that lies northwesterly of a line commencing at point N87,220.51, E321,065.80 thence running northeasterly about 125 feet to a point N87,338.71, E321,106.46 is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="10"> (10) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Corsica river, queen anne’</inline><inline class="small-caps">s county, maryland</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The portion of the project for improving the Corsica River, Maryland, authorized by the first section of the Act of July 25, 1912 (<ref href="/us/stat/37/205">37 Stat. 205</ref>; chapter 253), and described as follows is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act: Approximately 2,000 feet of the eastern section of the project channel extending from—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>centerline station 0+000 (coordinates N506350.60, E1575013.60); to</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>station 2+000 (coordinates N508012.39, E1574720.18).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="11"> (11) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Goose creek, somerset county, maryland</inline>.—</heading><content>The project for navigation, Goose Creek, Somerset County, Maryland, carried out pursuant to section 107 of the Rivers and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>), is realigned as follows: Beginning at Goose Creek Channel Geometry Centerline of the 60-foot-wide main navigational ship channel, Centerline Station No. 0+00, coordinates North 157851.80, East 1636954.70, as stated and depicted on the Condition Survey Goose Creek, Sheet 1 of 1, prepared by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, July 2003; thence departing the aforementioned centerline traveling the following courses and distances: S. 64 degrees 49 minutes 06 seconds E., 1583.82 feet to a point, on the outline of said 60-foot-wide channel thence binding on said out-line the following four courses and distances: S. 63 degrees 26 minutes 06 seconds E., 1460.05 feet to a point, thence; N. 50 degrees 38 minutes 26 seconds E., 973.28 feet to a point, thence; N. 26 degrees 13 minutes 09 seconds W., 240.39 feet to a point on the Left Toe of the 60-foot-wide main navigational channel at computed Centerline Station No. 42+57.54, coordinates North 157357.84, East 1640340.23. Geometry Left Toe of the 60-foot-wide main navigational ship channel, Left Toe Station No. 0+00, coordinates North 157879.00, East 1636967.40, as stated and depicted on the Condition Survey Goose Creek, Sheet 1 of 1, prepared <page>128 STAT. 1353</page>by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, August 2010; thence departing the aforementioned centerline traveling the following courses and distances: S. 64 degrees 49 minutes 12 seconds E., 1583.91 feet to a point, on the outline of said 60-foot-wide channel thence binding on said out-line the following eight courses and distances: S. 63 degrees 25 minutes 38 seconds E., 1366.25 feet to a point, thence; N. 83 degrees 36 minutes 24 seconds E., 125.85 feet to a point, thence; N. 50 degrees 38 minutes 26 seconds E., 805.19 feet to a point, thence; N. 12 degrees 12 minutes 29 seconds E., 78.33 feet to a point thence; N. 26 degrees 13 minutes 28 seconds W., 46.66 feet to a point thence; S. 63 degrees 45 minutes 41 seconds W., 54.96 feet to a point thence; N. 26 degrees 13 minutes 24 seconds W., 119.94 feet to a point on the Left Toe of the 60-foot-wide main navigational channel at computed Centerline Station No. 41+81.10, coordinates North 157320.30, East 1640264.00. Geometry Right Toe of the 60-foot-wide main navigational ship channel, Right Toe Station No. 0+00, coordinates North 157824.70, East 1636941.90, as stated and depicted on the Condition Survey Goose Creek, Sheet 1 of 1, prepared by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, August 2010; thence departing the aforementioned centerline traveling the following courses and distances: S. 64 degrees 49 minutes 06 seconds E., 1583.82 feet to a point, on the outline of said 60-foot-wide channel thence binding on said out-line the following six courses and distances: S. 63 degrees 25 minutes 47 seconds E., 1478.79 feet to a point, thence; N. 50 degrees 38 minutes 26 seconds E., 1016.69 feet to a point, thence; N. 26 degrees 14 minutes 49 seconds W., 144.26 feet to a point, thence; N. 63 degrees 54 minutes 03 seconds E., 55.01 feet to a point thence; N. 26 degrees 12 minutes 08 seconds W., 120.03 feet to a point a point on the Right Toe of the 60-foot-wide main navigational channel at computed Centerline Station No. 43+98.61, coordinates North 157395.40, East 1640416.50.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="12"> (12) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lower thoroughfare, deal island, maryland</inline>.—</heading><content>The portion of the project for navigation, Lower Thoroughfare, Maryland, authorized by the Act of June 25, 1910 (<ref href="/us/stat/36/639/ch382">36 Stat. 639, chapter 382</ref>) (commonly known as the “River and Harbor Act of 1910”), that begins at Lower Thoroughfare Channel Geometry Centerline of the 60-foot-wide main navigational ship channel, Centerline Station No. 44+88, coordinates North 170435.62, East 1614588.93, as stated and depicted on the Condition Survey Lower Thoroughfare, Deal Island, Sheet 1 of 3, prepared by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, August 2010; thence departing the aforementioned centerline traveling the following courses and distances: S. 42 degrees 20 minutes 44 seconds W., 30.00 feet to a point, on the outline of said 60-foot-wide channel thence binding on said out-line the following four courses and distances: N. 64 degrees 08 minutes 55 seconds W., 53.85 feet to a point, thence; N. 42 degrees 20 minutes 43 seconds W., 250.08 feet to a point, thence; N. 47 degrees 39 minutes 03 seconds E., 20.00 feet to a point, thence; S. 42 degrees 20 minutes 44 seconds E., 300.07 feet to a point binding on the Left Toe of the 60-foot-wide main navigational channel at computed Centerline Station No. 43+92.67, coordinates North 170415.41, 1614566.76; <page>128 STAT. 1354</page>thence; continuing with the aforementioned centerline the following courses and distances: S. 42 degrees 20 minutes 42 seconds W., 30.00 feet to a point, on the outline of said 60-foot-wide channel thence binding on said out-line the following four courses and distances: N. 20 degrees 32 minutes 06 seconds W., 53.85 feet to a point, thence; N. 42 degrees 20 minutes 49 seconds W., 250.08 feet to a point, thence; S. 47 degrees 39 minutes 03 seconds W., 20.00 feet to a point, thence; S. 42 degrees 20 minutes 46 seconds E., 300.08 feet to a point binding on the Left Toe of the 60-foot-wide main navigational channel at computed Centerline Station No. 43+92.67, coordinates North 170415.41, 1614566.76 is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="13"> (13) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Gloucester harbor and annisquam river, massachusetts</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The portions of the project for navigation, Gloucester Harbor and Annisquam River, Massachusetts, authorized by section 2 of the Act of March 2, 1945 (<ref href="/us/stat/59/12">59 Stat. 12</ref>; chapter 19), consisting of an 8-foot anchorage area in Lobster Cove, and described as follows are no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Beginning at a bend along the easterly limit of the existing project, N3063230.31, E878283.77, thence running northwesterly about 339 feet to a point, N3063478.86, E878053.83, thence running northwesterly about 281 feet to a bend on the easterly limit of the existing project, N3063731.88, E877932.54, thence running southeasterly about 612 feet along the easterly limit of the existing project to the point of origin.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Beginning at a bend along the easterly limit of the existing project, N3064065.80, E878031.45, thence running northwesterly about 621 feet to a point, N3064687.05, E878031.13, thence running southwesterly about 122 feet to a point, N3064686.98, E877908.85, thence running southeasterly about 624 feet to a point, N3064063.31, E877909.17, thence running southwesterly about 512 feet to a point, N3063684.73, E877564.56, thence running about 741 feet to a point along the westerly limit of the existing project, N3063273.98, E876947.77, thence running northeasterly about 533 feet to a bend along the westerly limit of the existing project, N3063585.62, E877380.63, thence running about 147 feet northeasterly to a bend along the westerly limit of the project, N3063671.29, E877499.63, thence running northeasterly about 233 feet to a bend along the westerly limit of the existing project, N3063840.60, E877660.29, thence running about 339 feet northeasterly to a bend along the westerly limit of the existing project, N3064120.34, E877852.55, thence running about 573 feet to a bend along the westerly limit of the existing project, N3064692.98, E877865.04, thence running about 113 feet to a bend along the northerly limit of the existing project, N3064739.51, E877968.31, thence running 145 feet southeasterly to a bend along the northerly limit of the existing project, N3064711.19, E878110.69, thence running about 650 feet along the easterly limit of the existing project to the point of origin.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="14"> (14) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Clatsop county diking district no. 10, karlson island, oregon</inline>.—</heading><content>The Diking District No. 10, Karlson Island <page>128 STAT. 1355</page>portion of the project for raising and improving existing levees in Clatsop County, Oregon, authorized by section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/stat/49/1590">49 Stat. 1590</ref>) is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="15"> (15) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Numberg dike no. 34 leveed area, clatsop county diking district no. 13, clatsop county, oregon (walluski-youngs)</inline>.—</heading><content>The Numberg Dike No. 34 leveed area, Clatsop County Diking District, No. 13, Walluski River and Youngs River dikes, portion of the project for raising and improving existing levees in Clatsop County, Oregon, authorized by section 5 of the Act of June 22, 1936 (<ref href="/us/stat/49/1590">49 Stat. 1590</ref>) is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="16"> (16) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">East fork of trinity river, texas</inline>.—</heading><content>The portion of the project for flood protection on the East Fork of the Trinity River, Texas, authorized by section 203 of the Flood Control Act of 1962 (<ref href="/us/stat/76/1185">76 Stat. 1185</ref>), that consists of the 2 levees identified as Kaufman County Levees K5E and K5W is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="17"> (17) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Burnham canal, wisconsin</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The portion of the project for navigation, Milwaukee Harbor Project, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, known as the Burnham Canal, authorized by the first section of the Act of March 3, 1843 (<ref href="/us/stat/5/619">5 Stat. 619</ref>; chapter 85), and described as follows is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Beginning at channel point #415a N381768.648, E2524554.836, a distance of about 170.58 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Thence running south 53 degrees 43 minutes 41 seconds west to channel point #417 N381667.728, E2524417.311, a distance of about 35.01 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Thence running south 34 degrees 10 minutes 40 seconds west to channel point #501 N381638.761, E2524397.639, a distance of about 139.25 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Thence running south 34 degrees 10 minutes 48 seconds west to channel point #503 N381523.557, E2524319.406, a distance of about 235.98 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>Thence running south 32 degrees 59 minutes 13 seconds west to channel point #505 N381325.615, E2524190.925, a distance of about 431.29 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="F"> (F) </num><content>Thence running south 32 degrees 36 minutes 05 seconds west to channel point #509 N380962.276, E2523958.547, a distance of about 614.52 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="G"> (G) </num><content>Thence running south 89 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds west to channel point #511 N380952.445, E2523344.107, a distance of about 74.68 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="H"> (H) </num><content>Thence running north 89 degrees 04 minutes 59 seconds west to channel point #512 N381027.13, E2523342.91, a distance of about 533.84 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>Thence running north 89 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds east to channel point #510 N381035.67, E2523876.69, a distance of about 47.86 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="J"> (J) </num><content>Thence running north 61 degrees 02 minutes 07 seconds east to channel point #508 N381058.84, E2523918.56, a distance of about 308.55 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="K"> (K) </num><content>Thence running north 36 degrees 15 minutes 29 seconds east to channel point #506 N381307.65, E2524101.05, a distance of about 199.98 feet.<page>128 STAT. 1356</page></content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="L"> (L) </num><content>Thence running north 32 degrees 59 minutes 12 seconds east to channel point #504 N381475.40, E2524209.93, a distance of about 195.14 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="M"> (M) </num><content>Thence running north 26 degrees 17 minutes 22 seconds east to channel point #502 N381650.36, E2524296.36, a distance of about 81.82 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="N"> (N) </num><content>Thence running north 88 degrees 51 minutes 05 seconds west to channel point #419 N381732.17, E2524294.72, a distance of about 262.65 feet.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="O"> (O) </num><content>Thence running north 82 degrees 01 minutes 02 seconds east to channel point #415a, the point of origin.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="18"> (18) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Manitowoc harbor, wisconsin</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The portion of the project for navigation, Manitowoc River, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, authorized by the Act of August 30, 1852 (<ref href="/us/stat/10/58">10 Stat. 58</ref>; chapter 104), and described as follows is no longer authorized beginning on the date of enactment of this Act: The triangular area bound by—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>44.09893383N and 087.66854912W;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>44.09900535N and 087.66864372W; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>44.09857884N and 087.66913123W.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Seward Waterfront, Seward, Alaska</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraph (2), the portion of the project for navigation, Seward Harbor, Alaska, identified as Tract H, Seward Original Townsite, Waterfront Park Replat, Plat No 2012–4, Seward Recording District, shall not be subject to navigation servitude beginning on the date of enactment of this Act.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Entry by federal government</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal Government may enter upon the property referred to in paragraph (1) to carry out any required operation and maintenance of the general navigation features of the project referred to in paragraph (1).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Port of Hood River, Oregon</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Extinguishment of portions of existing flowage easement</inline>.—</heading><content>With respect to the properties described in paragraph (2), beginning on the date of enactment of this Act, the flowage easement identified as Tract 1200E–6 on the Easement Deed recorded as Instrument No. 740320 is extinguished above elevation 79.39 feet (NGVD 29) the Ordinary High Water Line.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Affected properties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The properties referred to in paragraph (1), as recorded in Hood River County, Oregon, are as follows:</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>Instrument Number 2010–1235.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>Instrument Number 2010–02366.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>Instrument Number 2010–02367.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><content>Parcel 2 of Partition Plat #2011–12P.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><content>Parcel 1 of Partition Plat 2005–26P.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal liabilities; cultural, environmental, and other regulatory reviews</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal liability</inline>.—</heading><content>The United States shall not be liable for any injury caused by the extinguishment of the easement under this subsection.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cultural and environmental regulatory actions</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection establishes any cultural or environmental regulation relating to the properties described in paragraph (2).<page>128 STAT. 1357</page></content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Effect on other rights</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection affects any remaining right or interest of the Corps of Engineers in the properties described in paragraph (2).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="6005">SEC. 6005. </num><heading>LAND CONVEYANCES.</heading><subsection role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Oakland Inner Harbor Tidal Canal, California</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 3182(b)(1) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/pl/110/114">Public Law 110–114</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/121/1165">121 Stat. 1165</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“, or to a multicounty public entity that is eligible to hold title to real property”</quotedText> after <quotedText>“To the city of Oakland”</quotedText>; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>in subparagraphs (B) and (C) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> <quotedText>“multicounty public entity or other”</quotedText> before <quotedText>“public entity”</quotedText>.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">St. Charles County, Missouri, Land Exchange</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection:</chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Federal land”</term> means approximately 84 acres of land, as identified by the Secretary, that is a portion of the approximately 227 acres of land leased from the Corps of Engineers by Ameren Corporation for the Portage Des Sioux Power Plant in St. Charles County, Missouri (Lease No. DA-23-065–CIVENG–64–651, Pool 26).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“non-Federal land”</term> means the approximately 68 acres of land owned by Ameren Corporation in Jersey County, Illinois, contained within the north half of section 23, township 6 north, range 11 west of the third principal meridian.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Land exchange</inline>.—</heading><content>On conveyance by Ameren Corporation to the United States of all right, title, and interest in and to the non-Federal land, the Secretary shall convey to Ameren Corporation all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the Federal land.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Specific conditions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deeds</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deed to non-federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may only accept conveyance of the non-Federal land by warranty deed, as determined acceptable by the Secretary.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deed to federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall convey the Federal land to Ameren Corporation by quitclaim deed.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cash payment</inline>.—</heading><content>If the appraised fair market value of the Federal land, as determined by the Secretary, exceeds the appraised fair market value of the non-Federal land, as determined by the Secretary, Ameren Corporation shall make a cash payment to the United States reflecting the difference in the appraised fair market values.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Tulsa Port of Catoosa, Rogers County, Oklahoma, Land Exchange</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection:</chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“Federal land”</term> means the approximately 87 acres of land situated in Rogers County, Oklahoma, contained within United States Tracts 413 and 427 and acquired for the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas Navigation System.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“non-Federal land”</term> means the approximately 34 acres of land situated in <page>128 STAT. 1358</page>Rogers County, Oklahoma, and owned by the Tulsa Port of Catoosa that lie immediately south and east of the Federal land.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Land exchange</inline>.—</heading><content>On conveyance by the Tulsa Port of Catoosa to the United States of all right, title, and interest in and to the non-Federal land, the Secretary shall convey to the Tulsa Port of Catoosa all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the Federal land.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Specific conditions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deeds</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deed to non-federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may only accept conveyance of the non-Federal land by warranty deed, as determined acceptable by the Secretary.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deed to federal land</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall convey the Federal land to the Tulsa Port of Catoosa by quitclaim deed and subject to any reservations, terms, and conditions the Secretary determines necessary to allow the United States to operate and maintain the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Cash payment</inline>.—</heading><content>If the appraised fair market value of the Federal land, as determined by the Secretary, exceeds the appraised fair market value of the non-Federal land, as determined by the Secretary, the Tulsa Port of Catoosa shall make a cash payment to the United States reflecting the difference in the appraised fair market values.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Hammond Boat Basin, Warrenton, Oregon</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection:</chapeau><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">City</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“City”</term> means the city of Warrenton, located in Clatsop County, Oregon.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Map</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“map”</term> means the map contained in Exhibit A of Department of the Army Lease No. DACW57–1–88–0033 (or a successor instrument).</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Conveyance authority</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the provisions of this subsection, the Secretary shall convey to the City by quitclaim deed, and without consideration, all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the parcel of land described in paragraph (3).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Description of land</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the land referred to in paragraph (2) is the parcel totaling approximately 59 acres located in the City, together with any improvements thereon, including the Hammond Marina (as described in the map).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exclusion</inline>.—</heading><content>The land referred to in paragraph (2) shall not include the site provided for the fisheries research support facility of the National Marine Fisheries Service.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Availability of map</inline>.—</heading><content>The map shall be on file in the Portland District Office of the Corps of Engineers.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Terms and conditions</inline>.—</heading><content>As a condition of the conveyance under this subsection, the Secretary may impose a requirement that the City assume full responsibility for operating and maintaining the channel and the breakwater.<page>128 STAT. 1359</page></content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reversion</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary determines that the land conveyed under this subsection ceases to be owned by the public, all right, title, and interest in and to the land shall revert, at the discretion of the Secretary, to the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="6"> (6) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deauthorization</inline>.—</heading><content>After the land is conveyed under this subsection, the land shall no longer be a portion of the project for navigation, Hammond Small Boat Basin, Oregon, authorized by section 107 of the Rivers and Harbor Act of 1960 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s577">33 U.S.C. 577</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Craney Island Dredged Material Management Area, Portsmouth, Virginia</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the conditions described in this subsection, the Secretary may convey to the Commonwealth of Virginia, by quitclaim deed and without consideration, all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to 2 parcels of land situated within the project for navigation, Craney Island Eastward Expansion, Norfolk Harbor and Channels, Hampton Roads, Virginia, authorized by section 1001(45) of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (<ref href="/us/pl/110/114">Public Law 110–114</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/121/1057">121 Stat. 1057</ref>), together with any improvements thereon.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Lands to be conveyed</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The 2 parcels of land to be conveyed under this subsection include a parcel consisting of approximately 307.82 acres of land and a parcel consisting of approximately 13.33 acres of land, both located along the eastern side of the Craney Island Dredged Material Management Area in Portsmouth, Virginia.</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Use</inline>.—</heading><content>The 2 parcels of land described in subparagraph (A) may be used by the Commonwealth of Virginia exclusively for the purpose of port expansion, including the provision of road and rail access and the construction of a shipping container terminal.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reversion</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary determines that the land conveyed under this subsection ceases to be owned by the public or is used for any purpose that is inconsistent with paragraph (2), all right, title, and interest in and to the land shall revert, at the discretion of the Secretary, to the United States.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">City of Asotin, Washington</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall convey to the city of Asotin, Asotin County, Washington, without monetary consideration, all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the land described in paragraph (3).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Reversion</inline>.—</heading><content>If the land transferred under this subsection ceases at any time to be used for a public purpose, the land shall revert to the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Description</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The land to be conveyed to the city of Asotin, Washington, under this subsection are—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>the public ball fields designated as Tracts 1503, 1605, 1607, 1609, 1611, 1613, 1615, 1620, 1623, 1624, 1625, 1626, and 1631; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>other leased areas designated as Tracts 1506, 1522, 1523, 1524, 1525, 1526, 1527, 1529, 1530, 1531, and 1563.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="g"> (g) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Generally Applicable Provisions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Survey to obtain legal description</inline>.—</heading><content>The exact acreage and the legal description of any real property to be conveyed <page>128 STAT. 1360</page>under this section shall be determined by a survey that is satisfactory to the Secretary.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability of property screening provisions</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t10/s2696">Section 2696 of title 10, United States Code</ref>, shall not apply to any conveyance under this section.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Additional terms and conditions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may require that any conveyance under this section be subject to such additional terms and conditions as the Secretary considers necessary and appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Costs of conveyance</inline>.—</heading><content>An entity to which a conveyance is made under this section shall be responsible for all reasonable and necessary costs, including real estate transaction and environmental documentation costs, associated with the conveyance.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Liability</inline>.—</heading><content>An entity to which a conveyance is made under this section shall hold the United States harmless from any liability with respect to activities carried out, on or after the date of the conveyance, on the real property conveyed. The United States shall remain responsible for any liability with respect to activities carried out, before such date, on the real property conveyed.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="h"> (h)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t16/s831c">16 USC 831c note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Release of Use Restrictions</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Tennessee Valley Authority shall, without monetary consideration, grant releases from real estate restrictions established pursuant to section 4(k)(b) of the Tennessee Valley Authority Act of 1933 (<ref href="/us/usc/t16/s831c/k/b">16 U.S.C. 831c(k)(b)</ref>) with respect to tracts of land identified in section 4(k)(b) of that Act, subject to the condition that such releases shall be granted in a manner consistent with applicable Tennessee Valley Authority policies.</content> </subsection> </section> <num value="VII">TITLE VII—</num><heading>WATER RESOURCES INFRASTRUCTURE</heading> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="7001">SEC. 7001. </num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12"><ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282d">33 USC 2282d</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ANNUAL REPORT TO CONGRESS.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than February 1 of each year, the Secretary shall develop and submit to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives an annual report, to be entitled “Report to Congress on Future Water Resources Development”, that identifies the following:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Feasibility reports</inline>.—</heading><content>Each feasibility report that meets the criteria established in subsection (c)(1)(A).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Proposed feasibility studies</inline>.—</heading><content>Any proposed feasibility study submitted to the Secretary by a non-Federal interest pursuant to subsection (b) that meets the criteria established in subsection (c)(1)(A).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Proposed modifications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study that meets the criteria established in subsection (c)(1)(A) that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>is submitted to the Secretary by a non-Federal interest pursuant to subsection (b); or</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>is identified by the Secretary for authorization.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Requests for Proposals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><page>128 STAT. 1361</page></chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than May 1 of each year, the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a notice requesting proposals from non-Federal interests for proposed feasibility studies and proposed modifications to authorized water resources development projects and feasibility studies to be included in the annual report.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Deadline for requests</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include in each notice required by this subsection a requirement that non-Federal interests submit to the Secretary any proposals described in paragraph (1) by not later than 120 days after the date of publication of the notice in the Federal Register in order for the proposals to be considered for inclusion in the annual report.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On the date of publication of each notice required by this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Public information.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>make the notice publicly available, including on the Internet; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>provide written notification of the publication to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.</content> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Feasibility reports, proposed feasibility studies, and proposed modifications</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Criteria for inclusion in report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include in the annual report only those feasibility reports, proposed feasibility studies, and proposed modifications to authorized water resources development projects and feasibility studies that—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>are related to the missions and authorities of the Corps of Engineers;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>require specific congressional authorization, including by an Act of Congress;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>have not been congressionally authorized;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><content>have not been included in any previous annual report; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="v"> (v) </num><content>if authorized, could be carried out by the Corps of Engineers.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Description of benefits</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Description</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall describe in the annual report, to the extent applicable and practicable, for each proposed feasibility study and proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study included in the annual report, the benefits, as described in clause (ii), of each such study or proposed modification (including the water resources development project that is the subject of the proposed feasibility study or the proposed modification to an authorized feasibility study).</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Benefits</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The benefits (or expected benefits, in the case of a proposed feasibility study) described in this clause are benefits to—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>the protection of human life and property;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>improvement to transportation;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III) </num><content>the national economy;</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="IV"> (IV) </num><content>the environment; or<page>128 STAT. 1362</page></content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="V"> (V) </num><content>the national security interests of the United States.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Identification of other factors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall identify in the annual report, to the extent practicable—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>for each proposed feasibility study included in the annual report, the non-Federal interest that submitted the proposed feasibility study pursuant to subsection (b); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>for each proposed feasibility study and proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study included in the annual report, whether the non-Federal interest has demonstrated—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>that local support exists for the proposed feasibility study or proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study (including the water resources development project that is the subject of the proposed feasibility study or the proposed modification to an authorized feasibility study); and</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>the financial ability to provide the required non-Federal cost share.</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Transparency</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include in the annual report, for each feasibility report, proposed feasibility study, and proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study included under paragraph (1)(A)—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>the name of the associated non-Federal interest, including the name of any non-Federal interest that has contributed, or is expected to contribute, a non-Federal share of the cost of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the feasibility report;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the proposed feasibility study;</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><content>the authorized feasibility study for which the modification is proposed; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iv"> (iv) </num><chapeau>construction of—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><chapeau>the water resources development project that is the subject of—</chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> (aa) </num><content>the feasibility report;</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> (bb) </num><content>the proposed feasibility study; or</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="cc"> (cc) </num><content>the authorized feasibility study for which a modification is proposed; or</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>the proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project;</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><content>a letter or statement of support for the feasibility report, proposed feasibility study, or proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study from each associated non-Federal interest;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="C"> (C) </num><content>the purpose of the feasibility report, proposed feasibility study, or proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study;</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="D"> (D) </num><chapeau>an estimate, to the extent practicable, of the Federal, non-Federal, and total costs of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>the proposed modification to an authorized feasibility study; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><chapeau>construction of—<page>128 STAT. 1363</page></chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><chapeau>the water resources development project that is the subject of—</chapeau><item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="aa"> (aa) </num><content>the feasibility report; or</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658130" class="indent5 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> (bb) </num><content>the authorized feasibility study for which a modification is proposed, with respect to the change in costs resulting from such modification; or</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>the proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project; and</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="E"> (E) </num><chapeau>an estimate, to the extent practicable, of the monetary and nonmonetary benefits of—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><chapeau>the water resources development project that is the subject of—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>the feasibility report; or</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>the authorized feasibility study for which a modification is proposed, with respect to the benefits of such modification; or</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>the proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Certification</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include in the annual report a certification stating that each feasibility report, proposed feasibility study, and proposed modification to an authorized water resources development project or feasibility study included in the annual report meets the criteria established in paragraph (1)(A).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Appendix</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include in the annual report an appendix listing the proposals submitted under subsection (b) that were not included in the annual report under paragraph (1)(A) and a description of why the Secretary determined that those proposals did not meet the criteria for inclusion under such paragraph.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="d"> (d) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Special Rule for Initial Annual Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding any other deadlines required by this section, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Federal Register, publication.</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Notice.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, publish in the Federal Register a notice required by subsection (b)(1); and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>include in such notice a requirement that non-Federal interests submit to the Secretary any proposals described in subsection (b)(1) by not later than 120 days after the date of publication of such notice in the Federal Register in order for such proposals to be considered for inclusion in the first annual report developed by the Secretary under this section.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="e"> (e) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon submission of an annual report to Congress, the Secretary shall make the annual report publicly available, including through publication on the Internet.</content> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="f"> (f) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Annual report</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“annual report”</term> means a report required by subsection (a).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Feasibility report</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“feasibility report”</term> means a final feasibility report developed under section 905 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2282">33 U.S.C. 2282</ref>).</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Inclusions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term <term>“feasibility report”</term> includes—<page>128 STAT. 1364</page></chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>a report described in section 105(d)(2) of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2215/d/2">33 U.S.C. 2215(d)(2)</ref>); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>where applicable, any associated report of the Chief of Engineers.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Feasibility study</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“feasibility study”</term> has the meaning given that term in section 105 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (<ref href="/us/usc/t33/s2215">33 U.S.C. 2215</ref>).</content> </paragraph> <paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Non-federal interest</inline>.—</heading><content>The term <term>“non-Federal interest”</term> has the meaning given that term in section 221 of the Flood Control Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1962d–5b">42 U.S.C. 1962d–5b</ref>).</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="7002">SEC. 7002. </num><heading>AUTHORIZATION OF FINAL FEASIBILITY STUDIES.</heading> <chapeau style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> The following final feasibility studies for water resources development and conservation and other purposes are authorized to be carried out by the Secretary substantially in accordance with the plan, and subject to the conditions, described in the respective reports designated in this section:</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Navigation</inline>.—</heading><content><?GPOvSpace 04?><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" width="100%" style="border-collapse:collapse; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc: 'c4,L4(4,4,4,4,4,0),tp0,p10,10/12,xl18,xl50,xl35,xl80'; "> <colgroup> <col style="min-width: 64pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 98pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 108pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 153pt;"/> </colgroup> <thead> <tr class="header" style="font-size:10pt; border-top:1px solid black; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:h1;"> <th style="min-width: 64.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">A. State</b></th><th style="min-width: 98.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">B.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Name</b></th><th style="min-width: 108.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">C.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Date of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Report of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Chief of Engineers</b></th><th style="min-width: 153.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">D.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Estimated</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Costs</b></th></tr> </thead> <tbody style="line-height:12pt; font-size:10pt;"> <tr style="border-top:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">1. TX, LA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Sabine Neches Waterway,<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Southeast Texas and<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Southwest Louisiana</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">July 22, 2011</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $748,070,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $365,970,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $1,114,040,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">2. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jacksonville Harbor-<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Milepoint</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Apr. 30, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $27,870,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $9,290,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $37,160,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">3. GA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Savannah Harbor<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Expansion Project</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Aug. 17, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $492,000,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $214,000,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $706,000,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">4. TX</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Freeport Harbor</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jan. 7, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $121,000,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $118,300,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $239,300,000</td></tr> <page xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">128 STAT. 1365</page> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">5. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Canaveral Harbor<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> (Sect 203 Sponsor Report)</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Feb. 25, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $29,240,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $11,830,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $41,070,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">6. MA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Boston Harbor</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Sept. 30, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $216,470,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $94,510,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $310,980,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">7. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Lake Worth Inlet</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Apr. 16, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $57,556,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $30,975,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $88,531,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">8. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jacksonville Harbor</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Apr. 16, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $362,000,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $238,900,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $600,900,000</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <?GPOvSpace 04?> </content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Flood risk management</inline>.—</heading><content><?GPOvSpace 04?><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" width="100%" style="border-collapse:collapse; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc: 'c4,L4(4,4,4,4,4,0),tp0,p10,10/12,xl18,xl50,xl35,xl80'; "> <colgroup> <col style="min-width: 64pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 98pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 108pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 153pt;"/> </colgroup> <thead> <tr class="header" style="font-size:10pt; border-top:1px solid black; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:h1;"> <th style="min-width: 64.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">A. State</b></th><th style="min-width: 98.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">B.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"> Name</b></th><th style="min-width: 108.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">C.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Date of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Report of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Chief of Engineers</b></th><th style="min-width: 153.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">D.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Estimated</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Costs</b></th></tr> </thead> <tbody style="line-height:12pt; font-size:10pt;"> <tr style="border-top:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">1. KS</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Topeka</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Aug. 24, 2009</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $17,360,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $9,350,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $26,710,000</td></tr> <page xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">128 STAT. 1366</page> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">2. CA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">American River Watershed, Common Features Project, Natomas Basin</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Dec. 30, 2010</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $760,630,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $386,650,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $1,147,280,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">3. IA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Cedar River, Cedar Rapids</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jan. 27, 2011</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $73,130,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $39,380,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $112,510,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">4. MN, ND</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Fargo-Moorhead Metro</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Dec. 19, 2011</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $846,700,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $1,077,600,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $1,924,300,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">5. KY</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Ohio River Shoreline, Paducah</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">May 16, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $13,170,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $7,090,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $20,260,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">6. MO</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jordan Creek, Springfield</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Aug. 26, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $13,560,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $7,300,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $20,860,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">7. CA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Orestimba Creek, San Joaquin River Basin</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Sept. 25, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $23,680,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $21,650,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $45,330,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">8. CA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Sutter Basin</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Mar. 12, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $255,270,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $433,660,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $688,930,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">9. NV</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Truckee Meadows</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Apr. 11, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $181,652,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $99,168,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $280,820,000</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <?GPOvSpace 04?> <page>128 STAT. 1367</page> </content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Hurricane and storm damage risk reduction</inline>.—</heading><content><?GPOvSpace 04?><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" width="100%" style="border-collapse:collapse; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc: 'c4,L4(4,4,4,4,4,0),tp0,p10,10/12,xl18,xl50,xl35,xl80'; "> <colgroup> <col style="min-width: 62pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 96pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 105pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 159pt;"/> </colgroup> <thead> <tr class="header" style="font-size:10pt; border-top:1px solid black; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:h1;"> <th style="min-width: 62.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">A. State</b></th><th style="min-width: 96.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">B.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Name</b></th><th style="min-width: 105.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">C.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Date of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Report of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Chief of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Engineers</b></th><th style="min-width: 159.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">D.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Estimated Initial</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Costs and</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Estimated</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Renourishment</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Costs</b></th></tr> </thead> <tbody style="line-height:12pt; font-size:10pt;"> <tr style="border-top:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">1. NC</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">West Onslow Beach and New River Inlet (Topsail Beach)</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Sept. 28, 2009</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Initial Federal: $29,900,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Non-Federal: $16,450,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Total: $46,350,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Federal: $69,410,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Non-Federal: $69,410,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Total: $138,820,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">2. NC</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Surf City and North Topsail Beach</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Dec. 30, 2010</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Initial Federal: $84,770,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Non-Federal: $45,650,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Total: $130,420,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Federal: $122,220,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Non-Federal: $122,220,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Total: $244,440,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">3. CA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">San Clemente Shoreline</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Apr. 15, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Initial Federal: $7,420,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Non-Federal: $3,990,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Total: $11,410,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Federal: $43,835,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Non-Federal: $43,835,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Total: $87,670,000</td></tr> <page xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">128 STAT. 1368</page> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">4. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Walton County</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">July 16, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Initial Federal: $17,945,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Non-Federal: $46,145,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Initial Total: $64,090,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Federal: $24,740,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Non-Federal: $82,820,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Renourishment Total: $107,560,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">5. LA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Morganza to the Gulf</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">July 8, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $6,695,400,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $3,604,600,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $10,300,000,000</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <?GPOvSpace 04?> </content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Hurricane and storm damage risk reduction and environmental restoration</inline>.—</heading><content><?GPOvSpace 04?><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" width="100%" style="border-collapse:collapse; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc: 'c4,L4(4,4,4,4,4,0),tp0,p10,10/12,xl18,xl50,xl35,xl80'; "> <colgroup> <col style="min-width: 64pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 98pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 108pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 153pt;"/> </colgroup> <thead> <tr class="header" style="font-size:10pt; border-top:1px solid black; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:h1;"> <th style="min-width: 64.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">A. State</b></th><th style="min-width: 98.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">B.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Name</b></th><th style="min-width: 108.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">C.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Date of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Report of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"> Chief of Engineers</b></th><th style="min-width: 153.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">D.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"> Estimated</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Costs</b></th></tr> </thead> <tbody style="line-height:12pt; font-size:10pt;"> <tr style="border-top:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">1. MS</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Mississippi Coastal Improvement Program (MSCIP) Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson Counties</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Sept. 15, 2009</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $693,300,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $373,320,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $1,066,620,000</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <?GPOvSpace 04?> </content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="5"> (5) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Environmental restoration</inline>.—</heading><content><?GPOvSpace 04?><page>128 STAT. 1369</page> <table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" width="100%" style="border-collapse:collapse; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc: 'c4,L4(4,4,4,4,4,0),tp0,p10,10/12,xl18,xl50,xl35,xl80'; "> <colgroup> <col style="min-width: 64pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 98pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 108pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 153pt;"/> </colgroup> <thead> <tr class="header" style="font-size:10pt; border-top:1px solid black; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:h1;"> <th style="min-width: 64.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">A. State</b></th><th style="min-width: 98.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">B.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Name</b></th><th style="min-width: 108.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">C.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"> Date of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Report of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"> Chief of Engineers</b></th><th style="min-width: 153.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">D.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Estimated</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"> Costs</b></th></tr> </thead> <tbody style="line-height:12pt; font-size:10pt;"> <tr style="border-top:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">1. MD</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Mid-Chesapeake Bay Island</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Aug. 24, 2009</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $1,240,750,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $668,100,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $1,908,850,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">2. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Central and Southern Florida Project, Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan, Caloosahatchee River (C–43) West Basin Storage Project, Hendry County</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Mar. 11, 2010 and Jan. 6, 2011</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $313,300,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $313,300,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $626,600,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">3. LA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Louisiana Coastal Area</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Dec. 30, 2010</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $1,026,000,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $601,000,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $1,627,000,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">4. MN</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Marsh Lake</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Dec. 30, 2011</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $6,760,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $3,640,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $10,400,000</td></tr> <page xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">128 STAT. 1370</page> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">5. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Central and Southern Florida Project, Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan, C–111 Spreader Canal Western Project</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jan. 30, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $87,280,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $87,280,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $174,560,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">6. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">CERP Biscayne Bay Coastal Wetland, Florida</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">May 2, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $98,510,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $98,510,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $197,020,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">7. FL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Central and Southern Florida Project, Broward County Water Preserve Area</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">May 21, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $448,070,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $448,070,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $896,140,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">8. LA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Louisiana Coastal Area-Barataria Basin Barrier</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">June 22, 2012</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $321,750,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $173,250,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $495,000,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">9. NC</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Neuse River Basin</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Apr. 23, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $23,830,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $12,830,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $36,660,000</td></tr> <page xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">128 STAT. 1371</page> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">10. VA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Lynnhaven River</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Mar. 27, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $22,821,500<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $12,288,500<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $35,110,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">11. OR</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Willamette River Floodplain Restoration</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jan. 6, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Federal: $27,401,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Non-Federal: $14,754,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $42,155,000</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <?GPOvSpace 04?> </content> </paragraph> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="7003">SEC. 7003. </num><heading>AUTHORIZATION OF PROJECT MODIFICATIONS RECOMMENDED BY THE SECRETARY.</heading><content><p style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"> The following project modifications for water resources development and conservation and other purposes are authorized to be carried out by the Secretary substantially in accordance with the recommendations of the Secretary, as specified in the letters referred to in this section:<?GPOvSpace 04?></p><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" width="100%" style="border-collapse:collapse; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc: 'c4,L4(4,4,4,4,4,0),tp0,p10,10/12,xl18,xl50,xl35,xl80'; "> <colgroup> <col style="min-width: 54pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 84pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 154pt;"/> <col style="min-width: 131pt;"/> </colgroup> <thead> <tr class="header" style="font-size:10pt; border-top:1px solid black; border-bottom:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:h1;"> <th style="min-width: 54.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">A. State</b></th><th style="min-width: 84.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">B.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Name</b></th><th style="min-width: 154.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">C.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Date of</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Secretary’s</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Recommendation</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Letter</b></th><th style="min-width: 131.0pt; text-align:center; vertical-align:middle; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;"><b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">D.</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Updated Authorization</b><br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> <b xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">Project Costs</b></th></tr> </thead> <tbody style="line-height:12pt; font-size:10pt;"> <tr style="border-top:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">1. MN</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Roseau River</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Jan. 24, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $25,455,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $18,362,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $43,817,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">2. IL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Wood River Levee System Reconstruction</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">May 7, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $16,678,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $8,980,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $25,658,000</td></tr> <page xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm">128 STAT. 1372</page> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">3. TX</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Corpus Christi Ship Channel</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Aug. 8, 2013</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $182,582,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $170,649,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $353,231,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">4. IA</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Des Moines River and Raccoon River Project</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Feb. 12, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $14,990,300<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $8,254,700<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $23,245,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">5. MD</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Poplar Island</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Feb. 26, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $868,272,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $365,639,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $1,233,911,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">6. IL</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Lake Michigan (Chicago Shoreline)</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Mar. 18, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $185,441,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $355,105,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $540,546,000</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">7. NE</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Western Sarpy and Clear Creek</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Mar. 20, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-bottom:0px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $28,128,800<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $15,146,300<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $43,275,100</td></tr> <tr style="border-right:1px solid black; border-left:1px solid black; -uslm-lc:I01;"><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;" stubHierarchy="1">8. MO</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Cape Girardeau</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Apr. 14, 2014</td><td style=" text-align:left; vertical-align:top; border-left:1px solid black; border-right:1px solid black;">Estimated Federal: $17,687,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Estimated non-Federal: $746,000<br xmlns="http://schemas.gpo.gov/xml/uslm"/> Total: $18,433,000</td></tr> </tbody> </table><p> </p><?GPOvSpace 04?> </content> </section> <section style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num value="7004">SEC. 7004. </num><heading>EXPEDITED CONSIDERATION IN THE HOUSE AND SENATE.</heading><subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="a"> (a) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration in the House of Representatives</inline>.—</heading><paragraph role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Definition of interim authorization bill</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection, the term <term>“interim authorization bill”</term> means a bill <page>128 STAT. 1373</page>of the 113th Congress introduced after the date of enactment of this Act in the House of Representatives by the chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure which—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><content>has the following title: “A bill to provide for the authorization of certain water resources development or conservation projects outside the regular authorization cycle.”; and</content> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><chapeau>only contains—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>authorization for 1 or more water resources development or conservation projects for which a final report of the Chief of Engineers has been completed; or</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>deauthorization for 1 or more water resources development or conservation projects.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">Expedited consideration</inline>.—</heading><content>If an interim authorization bill is not reported by a committee to which it is referred within 30 calendar days, the committee shall be discharged from its further consideration and the bill shall be referred to the appropriate calendar.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="b"> (b) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Consideration in the Senate</inline>.—</heading><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Policy</inline>.—</heading><content>The benefits of water resource projects designed and carried out in an economically justifiable, environmentally acceptable, and technically sound manner are important to the economy and environment of the United States and recommendations to Congress regarding those projects should be expedited for approval in a timely manner.</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The procedures under this subsection apply to projects for water resources development, conservation, and other purposes, subject to the conditions that—</chapeau><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><chapeau>each project is carried out—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>substantially in accordance with the plan identified in the report of the Chief of Engineers for the project; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>subject to any conditions described in the report for the project; and</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B)</num><clause class="inline"><num value="i">(i) </num><content>a report of the Chief of Engineers has been completed; and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Recommenda-</p><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">tion.</p></sidenote><content>after the date of enactment of this Act, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works has submitted to Congress a recommendation to authorize construction of the project.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="3"> (3) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Expedited consideration</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="A"> (A) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A bill shall be eligible for expedited consideration in accordance with this subsection if the bill—</chapeau><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i) </num><content>authorizes a project that meets the requirements described in paragraph (2); and</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><content>is referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate.</content> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph style="-uslm-lc:I658124" class="indent2 fontsize10"><num value="B"> (B) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Committee consideration</inline>.—</heading><clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="i"> (i)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading><inline class="small-caps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than January 31st of the second session of each Congress, the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate shall—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I) </num><content>report all bills that meet the requirements of subparagraph (A); or<page>128 STAT. 1374</page></content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II) </num><content>introduce and report a measure to authorize any project that meets the requirements described in paragraph (2).</content> </subclause> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="ii"> (ii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Failure to act</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to clause (iii), if the committee fails to act on a bill that meets the requirements of subparagraph (A) by the date specified in clause (i), the bill shall be discharged from the committee and placed on the calendar of the Senate.</content> </clause> <clause style="-uslm-lc:I658126" class="indent3 fontsize10"><num value="iii"> (iii) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Exceptions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Clause (ii) shall not apply if—</chapeau><subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="I"> (I)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>in the 180-day period immediately preceding the date specified in clause (i), the full committee holds a legislative hearing on a bill to authorize all projects that meet the requirements described in paragraph (2);</content> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="II"> (II)</num><item class="inline"><num value="aa">(aa) </num><content>the committee favorably reports a bill to authorize all projects that meet the requirements described in paragraph (2); and</content> </item> <item style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="bb"> (bb) </num><content>the bill described in item (aa) is placed on the calendar of the Senate; or</content> </item> </subclause> <subclause style="-uslm-lc:I658128" class="indent4 fontsize10"><num value="III"> (III)</num><sidenote><p style="-uslm-lc:I658180" class="centered fontsize12">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>a bill that meets the requirements of subparagraph (A) is referred to the committee not earlier than 30 days before the date specified in clause (i).</content> </subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="4"> (4) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Termination</inline>.—</heading><content>The procedures for expedited consideration under this subsection terminate on December 31, 2018.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection style="-uslm-lc:I658120" class="indent0 firstIndent0 fontsize10"><num value="c"> (c) </num><heading><inline class="small-caps">Rules of the Senate and House of Representatives</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>This section is enacted by Congress—</chapeau><paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="1"> (1) </num><content>as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate and House of Representatives, respectively, and as such it is deemed a part of the rules of each House, respectively, but applicable only with respect to the procedure to be followed in that House in the case of a bill addressed by this section, and it supersedes other rules only to the extent that it is inconsistent with such rules; and</content> </paragraph> <paragraph style="-uslm-lc:I658122" class="indent1 fontsize10"><num value="2"> (2) </num><content>with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change the rules (so far as relating to the procedure of that House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of that House.</content> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> Approved June 10, 2014.