S.3736

Dakota Mainstem Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act

Introduced·1/29/26

Federal SB3736 mandates a feasibility study for a water supply project serving South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota.

Federal SB3736, the Dakota Mainstem Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act, requires the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the feasibility of a water supply project for the Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System service area. This area spans South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota, aiming to supply municipal, rural, and industrial water. The study must adhere to reclamation feasibility standards and is authorized for up to $10,000,000 in appropriations, with a federal share not exceeding 50% of the total costs.

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Calendar

Jun 10

9:30 AM

Senate Energy and Natural Resources Hearing

Mar 17

10:00 AM

Senate Energy and Natural Resources Hearing

History

Jun 10

Senate

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Mar 17

Senate

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held.

Jan 29

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.