Legislative Hearing on Columbia River Power and Fish Management Bills
October 12, 2017
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The Frame
These bills propose significant changes to how federal power systems operate and how migratory fish species are managed under the Endangered Species Act.
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Secretary of the Interior
The office would receive new regulatory functions regarding migratory fish species under H.R. 3916.
Federal Columbia River Power System operators
Their operational plans would be governed by the requirements set forth in H.R. 3144.
Last recorded activity October 12, 2017.
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Summary
Key Facts
- H.R. 3144 addresses the operational plan for the Federal Columbia River Power System.
- H.R. 3916 is formally titled the 'Federally Integrated Species Health (Fish) Act'.
- H.R. 3916 proposes transferring certain Endangered Species Act functions to the Secretary of the Interior.
- The proposed changes in H.R. 3916 specifically target fish species that migrate between fresh and ocean waters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does H.R. 3144 aim to do?
What is the main goal of the Federally Integrated Species Health (Fish) Act?
Why It Matters
These bills propose significant changes to how federal power systems operate and how migratory fish species are managed under the Endangered Species Act.
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Consolidation of Fish Management
H.R. 3916 represents a potential shift in regulatory authority by centralizing fish management functions under the Secretary of the Interior.
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