H.R. 3986
106th Congress
House
To provide for a study of the engineering feasibility of a water exchange in lieu of electrification of the Chandler Pumping Plant at Prosser Diversion Dam, Washington.
Water Resources Development
Agriculture and FoodAppropriationsColumbia River developmentDams
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Economics and Public FinanceElectrificationEnergyEnvironmental ProtectionEnvironmental assessmentFederal aid to water resources developmentInfrastructureIrrigation districtsRight-of-wayTransportation and Public WorksWashington StateWater supply engineering
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32 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Oct 27, 2000
Became Public Law No: 106-372.
Oct 27, 2000
Signed by President.
Oct 19, 2000
Presented to President.
Oct 13, 2000
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Oct 13, 2000
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Oct 13, 2000
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Oct 13, 2000
Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10542)
Oct 13, 2000
Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S10542)
Sep 21, 2000
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sep 20, 2000
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 20, 2000
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 418 - 1 (Roll no. 483). (text: CR H7886-7887)
Sep 20, 2000
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Sep 20, 2000
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3986.
Sep 20, 2000
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3986 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. The amendment recommended by the Committee on Resources now printed in the bill shal be considered as adopted. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments.
Sep 20, 2000
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 581. (consideration: CR H7885-7888)
Sep 20, 2000
Rule H. Res. 581 passed House.
Sep 19, 2000
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 581 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3986 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. The amendment recommended by the Committee on Resources now printed in the bill shal be considered as adopted. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments.
Sep 19, 2000
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 218 - 201 (Roll no. 480). (text: CR H7747)
Sep 19, 2000
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 19, 2000
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7799)
Sep 19, 2000
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Sep 19, 2000
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3986.
Sep 19, 2000
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7747-7749)
Sep 19, 2000
Mr. Simpson moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Sep 19, 2000
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 520.
Sep 19, 2000
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Resources. H. Rept. 106-864.
Sep 13, 2000
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Sep 13, 2000
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mar 21, 2000
Referred to Bureau of Reclamation for comments.
Mar 21, 2000
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water and Power.
Mar 15, 2000
Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
Mar 15, 2000
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
2
| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2000 | House · vote #483 | On Passage | Passed | 418–1 | See who voted → |
| Sep 19, 2000 | House · vote #480 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, As Amended | Failed | 218–201 | See who voted → |
Amendments to this bill
1
Amendments propose changes to this bill. Members vote on amendments separately before the final bill vote. An agreed amendment becomes part of the bill; a failed amendment does not.
1 agreed to
| Amendment | Sponsor | Status |
|---|---|---|
| HAMDT 1,047 | – | Agreed to |
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Latest action
Became Public Law No: 106-372.
Plain-English summary
Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior, as an alternative to providing for the electrification of the Chandler Pumping Plant and Powerplant operations at Prosser Diversion Dam, Washington, to use not more than $4 million of sums appropriated for the electrification to study the engineering feasibility of exchanging water from the Columbia River for water historically diverted from the Yakima River. Requires the Secretary, in coordination with the Kennewick Irrigation District and in consultation with the Bonneville Power Administration, to: (1) prepare a report that describes project benefits and contains feasibility level designs and cost estimates; (2) secure the critical right-of-way areas for the pipeline alignment; (3) prepare an environmental assessment; and (4) conduct such other studies or investigations as are necessary to develop a water exchange. Requires that the rate to be utilized by the Administrator of the Administration in determining the cost of power needed for the electrification or water exchange be the rate prescribed under current law or the equivalent of such rate.
Related & companion bills
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Bill text
6 versions
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- Referred in Senate Formatted Text PDF
- Reported in House Formatted Text PDF
Committees of jurisdiction
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