Irvine Basin Surface and Groundwater Improvement Act of 2004
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Became Public Law No: 108-233.
Official Summary
Irvine Basin Surface and Groundwater Improvement Act of 2003 - Amends the Reclamation Wastewater and Groundwater Study and Facilities Act to authorize the Secretary of the Interior, in cooperation with the Irvine Ranch Water District, California, to participate in the design, planning, and construction of projects to naturally treat impaired surface water, reclaim and reuse impaired groundwater, and provide brine disposal within the San Diego Creek Watershed.
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AI Government Intelligence™The Irvine Basin Surface and Groundwater Improvement Act of 2004 authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to work with the Irvine Ranch Water District in California to design, plan, and build projects aimed at naturally treating impaired surface water, reclaiming and reusing impaired groundwater, and managing brine disposal within the San Diego Creek Watershed. This legislation amends a previous act related to reclamation wastewater and groundwater study and facilities. The bill was passed by the House and became Public Law No: 108-233 in 2004.
This bill enables federal and local cooperation to improve water quality and resource management in the Irvine Basin area, addressing surface and groundwater issues.
- Amends the Reclamation Wastewater and Groundwater Study and Facilities Act.
- Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to collaborate with the Irvine Ranch Water District.
- Focuses on natural treatment of impaired surface water, groundwater reclamation and reuse, and brine disposal within the San Diego Creek Watershed.
Local water management agencies, such as the Irvine Ranch Water District, residents and businesses in the San Diego Creek Watershed area, and potentially environmental stakeholders interested in water quality improvements.
The bill does not specify funding sources or detailed implementation plans, which could affect project timelines and costs. Coordination between federal and local agencies may present logistical challenges. The scope of environmental impact and long-term maintenance responsibilities are not detailed.
The bill was introduced in the House during the 108th Congress, falls under the Water Resources Development policy area, and has been enacted into law as of May 28, 2004, indicating successful passage and bipartisan agreement at that time.
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Improved water treatment and reclamation projects may lead to enhanced environmental quality and water resource sustainability in the region, potentially benefiting public health and local ecosystems over time.
The full bill text is not available, limiting detailed analysis of provisions and funding. Citizens may want to review project implementation plans and funding sources to understand long-term impacts and responsibilities. Coordination between federal and local entities will be key to successful outcomes.
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