Urban Canal Modernization Act
This bill defines "urban canals of concern" as city-area canals where failure could endanger over 100 people or cause more than $5 million in property damage. It requires the Secretary of the Interior to fund 35% of emergency maintenance costs for these high-risk canals, with local operators covering the remaining costs. Federal funding is non-reimbursable for the 35% share, but local entities must repay any additional federal funds provided. The policy applies specifically to canals previously transferred to local management under federal programs.
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Introduction
Nov 2025
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Introduced Nov 21, 2025
Last action Nov 21, 2025
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Nov 21, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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Nov 21, 2025
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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Michael K. Simpson
RRepublican
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Adam Gray
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Newhouse
RRepublican
Co
Russ Fulcher
RRepublican
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