Recent Federal Bills

Below are summaries of Bills Introduced, Committee Reports, Chamber Actions, and Public Laws reported in the most recent issue of ELR's Weekly Update.

would amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for qualified conservation contributions, which include National Scenic Trails.

would reduce the heat island effect and associated ground level ozone pollution from federal facilities.

would convey certain public land within the boundaries of Camp Williams, Utah, to support the training and readiness of the Utah National Guard.

would require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to prescribe regulations to reduce helicopter noise pollution in certain residential areas.

would reinstate and transfer certain hydroelectric licenses and extend the deadline for commencement of construction

would improve hydropower

would establish the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area.

would amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to permit eligible fishermen to approve certain limited access privilege programs.

would amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to establish a grant program to support the restoration of San Francisco Bay.

would amend SMCRA to clarify that uncertified states and Indian tribes have the authority to use certain payments for certain noncoal reclamation projects and acid mine remediation programs.