S. 291 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the Senate, Jan 29, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryColorado River species recovery program gets funding account
The Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program is a cooperative effort between federal and nonfederal entities in Arizona, California, and Nevada that works to recover species protected under the Endangered Species Act. This bill establishes an interest-bearing account where nonfederal contributions to the program will be held, allowing the money to earn interest over time.
How it affects you
This change primarily affects organizations, agencies, and entities in Arizona, California, and Nevada that contribute funds to the conservation program. For most people, the direct impact is limited, though the bill supports efforts to protect endangered species in the Colorado River region.
Read the official summary (Introduced in Senate, Jan 29, 2025)
Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025
This bill establishes an interest-bearing account for the nonfederal contributions for the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, a cooperative effort between federal and nonfederal entities in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The program works to recover multiple species listed under the Endangered Species Act.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionS. 291
A BILL
Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) · Introduced Jan 29, 2025 · Public Lands and Natural Resources · 2 versions of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Sep 17, 2026: “Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 630.”
Sections
The wording of this bill hasn’t changed across its 2 official versions.