Limits federal power over many waters and wetlands, giving more control to states and property owners.
This bill would significantly reduce federal government control over many types of waters and wetlands, shifting more authority to states and private landowners. It would narrow the definition of 'navigable waters,' block federal agencies from using certain tests, and require landowner consent for federal agents to enter private property.
Today, federal agencies can regulate a wide range of waters, including some wetlands and intermittently flowing streams, using broad definitions and tests like the 'significant nexus test.' Federal agents can also enter private property to collect data without explicit written consent. After this bill, federal jurisdiction would be much narrower, focusing only on truly navigable waters and their continuously connected features. The 'significant nexus test' would be banned, and federal agents would need written permission and landowner presence to enter private property. Property owners could also receive compensation equal to twice the value of any loss if federal water regulations reduce their property's value.
S 5262 · 119th Congress · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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