Bills · S 4102
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 4102Water Resources Development
Delaware River Basin Restoration Program Reauthorization Act of 2026
INTRO MAR 16· LAST ACTION MAR 16
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it ensures the continued health and sustainability of the Delaware River Basin, a vital natural resource that supplies drinking water to over 15 million people and supports diverse ecosystems and economies. Without this reauthorization, the federal program dedicated to the basin's conservation would have expired, potentially halting ongoing restoration projects and funding for future initiatives.
By extending the program until 2033, the bill guarantees a decade of continued federal support for protecting water quality, restoring habitats, and addressing environmental challenges in the region. The inclusion of Maryland acknowledges the full geographic scope of the basin, allowing for more comprehensive and coordinated conservation efforts across all affected states. Additionally, prioritizing disadvantaged communities ensures that environmental benefits and resources are directed to those areas that might need them most, promoting environmental justice and equitable access to a healthy environment.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Extends the Delaware River Basin conservation programs until 2033.
This ensures ongoing federal support for crucial environmental protection and restoration efforts in a major watershed for another decade.
PROVISION 02
Officially includes Maryland as a state involved in the Delaware River Basin conservation program, changing the program's scope from 4 to 5 states.
This allows for a more comprehensive approach to conservation by formally recognizing and including all states within the basin's hydrological boundaries.
PROVISION 03
Authorizes giving priority to projects that benefit small, rural, or disadvantaged communities when selecting projects for funding under the grant program.
This aims to direct resources and environmental benefits to communities that might have fewer local resources or greater environmental needs.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 8
D· Delaware
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 16
Introduced in Senate
MAR 16
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 4102
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 16, 2026
Last actionMar 16, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 16, 2026
Senate BillS 4102Water Resources Development
Delaware River Basin Restoration Program Reauthorization Act of 2026
INTRODUCED MAR 16, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 16, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
8
COMPLEXITY
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