H.R.1607 — To clarify jurisdiction with respect to certain Bureau of Reclamation pumped storage development, and for other purposes.
House Roll Call
H.R.1607
| Bill | H.R.1607 — To clarify jurisdiction with respect to certain Bureau of Reclamation pumped storage development, and for other purposes. |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 384 / Nay 1 / Present 0 / Not Voting 47 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 200 | 1 | 0 | 19 |
| D | 184 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 1607 (118th Congress)
Title: To clarify jurisdiction with respect to certain Bureau of Reclamation pumped storage development, and for other purposes.
Overview: HR 1607 aims to delineate the jurisdictional authority of the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) regarding pumped storage development projects. The bill seeks to enhance the federal government’s ability to manage and facilitate the development of pumped storage hydropower, a critical component of renewable energy infrastructure.
Key Provisions:
- The legislation clarifies that Reclamation has the authority to engage in the development of pumped storage projects on federal lands, thereby streamlining the permitting process.
- It establishes guidelines for the collaboration between Reclamation and state regulatory agencies to ensure that projects comply with state water laws while promoting efficient energy storage solutions.
Funding/Authorities: The bill does not allocate specific funding but reinforces existing authorities under the Bureau of Reclamation to oversee and implement pumped storage projects. It encourages the use of existing federal resources and expertise to support project development.
Programs/Agencies Affected: The primary agency affected is the Bureau of Reclamation, which operates under the Department of the Interior. The bill also impacts state water management agencies that will coordinate with Reclamation on project approvals.
Beneficiaries: The legislation benefits various stakeholders, including:
- Renewable energy developers seeking to invest in pumped storage projects.
- Local communities that may gain access to more reliable and sustainable energy sources.
- The broader energy market, which will benefit from enhanced grid stability and storage capacity.
Key Timelines: HR 1607 was introduced and passed through Congress, ultimately becoming Public Law No: 118-162. The law is effective immediately upon enactment, allowing Reclamation to begin implementing its provisions without delay.
In summary, HR 1607 facilitates the development of pumped storage hydropower by clarifying jurisdictional authority, thereby promoting renewable energy initiatives and enhancing energy reliability across the United States.
Yea (384)
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Colin Allred
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Dan Bishop
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Jamaal Bowman
K
Ken Buck
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Larry Bucshon
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Michael Burgess
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Cori Bush
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Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
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Tony Cárdenas
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Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
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Gerald Connolly
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Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
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Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
J
John Garamendi
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
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Garret Graves
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Raúl Grijalva
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Brian Higgins
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Jeff Jackson
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Bill Johnson
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Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Barbara Lee
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Debbie Lesko
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Blaine Luetkemeyer
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Kathy Manning
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Lucy McBath
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Lisa McClain
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Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Grace Napolitano
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Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
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Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
K
Katie Porter
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Rutherford
J
John Sarbanes
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David Schweikert
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Pete Sessions
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Abigail Spanberger
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Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
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Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
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Jennifer Wexton
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Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (1)
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George Santos
Not Voting (47)
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Kelly Armstrong
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Earl Blumenauer
A
Anthony D'Esposito
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Ruben Gallego
M
Mark Green
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Sheila Jackson Lee
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Ann Kuster
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Kevin McCarthy
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Greg Pence
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Dean Phillips
M
Michelle Steel
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Eric Swalwell
D
David Trone
