In CommitteeFiled Apr 30, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA] (R)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Apr 30, 2026
Summary
The bill rewrites the Clean Water Act’s Section 401 certification process, so anyone seeking a federal license that could discharge pollutants must first get a certification from the state, an interstate water agency, or the EPA Administrator. It sets clear timelines for pre‑filing meetings, public notice, and hearings, and limits when a certifying authority can deny or attach conditions to a certification. The changes aim to speed up permitting while protecting water quality.
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