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BillHR 6279 · 119

Urban Canal Modernization Act

Introduced
Nov 21, 2025
Cosponsors
3
Traction
0
Last Action
Nov 21, 2025

Bill Summary

Modernizes urban canals by updating their infrastructure and management. Requires improvements to canals in urban areas to make them safer and more efficient.

Sponsored By

Michael K. Simpson
Republican · Idaho · House

Bill Journey

  1. Nov 21, 2025
  2. Nov 21, 2025You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects urban communities and canal users, such as boaters and local businesses, by potentially improving navigation and reducing flood risk. It may also impact local governments and agencies responsible for managing urban canals.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
4backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican3
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 33%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (3)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic
IntroducedNov 21, 2025
Last UpdatedNov 21, 2025
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.