This bill would extend the authorization for the National Estuary Program by changing a date in the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The text amends section 320(i)(1) by replacing "2026" with "2031." The bill's short title is the Enhancing Science, Treatment, and Upkeep of America's Resilient and Important Estuarine Systems Act of 2025 (ESTUARIES Act of 2025). Sponsors are Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Bill Cassidy. The bill was read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.
The bill would keep the National Estuary Program authorized through 2031 instead of 2026. The provided text only changes the authorization date. No publicly available information on how this change would affect specific estuary projects, local permits, or program operations.
No publicly available information on costs, funding levels, or appropriations. The bill text only updates an authorization date and does not include dollar amounts.
No publicly available information on proponents' statements or detailed reasons beyond the bill's title and listed sponsors.
No publicly available information on opposition, objections, or suggested changes.