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Bill94th CongressFiled Jul 2, 1976Environmental Protection
S. 3663

A bill to amend section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act in order to exempt certain activities from the permit requirement under such section.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 2, 1976)

Amends the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to exempt farming, silviculture, ranching, and emergency construction activities from permit requirements for discharge of dredge or fill material.

Authorizes the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to issue general permits for discharges of dredged or fill material for activities which have a minimal adverse environmental impact.

What just happenedJul 2, 1976

Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Hart, Gary W. [D-CO](D-CO)Sponsor
3 cosponsors2 D1 R
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  1. Jul 2, 1976IntroReferral

    Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works.

    Environment and Public Works Committee
  2. Jul 2, 1976IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate