A bill to amend the United States-Mexico Transboundary Aquifer Assessment Act to reauthorize the United States-Mexico transboundary aquifer assessment program, and for other purposes.
Bill Summary
Reauthorizes a program that studies shared underground water sources between the US and Mexico. Extends funding for this research effort.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 22, 2026
- Jun 22, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects people living in areas near the US-Mexico border who rely on these shared water sources, as well as farmers and communities that use this water for irrigation and drinking. It also impacts scientists and researchers involved in the assessment program.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
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