Marcy Kaptur (D-OH)
To require the Secretary of the Army to expedite the completion of agreements with non-Federal interests for beneficial use of dredged material from federally authorized harbors in the State of Ohio, and for other purposes.
A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill requires the Secretary of the Army to speed up the completion of agreements with non-Federal interests regarding the beneficial use of dredged material from federally authorized harbors in Ohio. It allows the Secretary to reimburse non-Federal interests through subsequent user fees. Additionally, the bill permits the Secretary to enter into these agreements before completing a dredged material management plan if completion is not feasible due to complexity, controversy, or other compelling factors, and if capacity is inadequate. Finally, it allows the Secretary to apply certain practices and procedures from the Code of Federal Regulations prior to entering into an agreement.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +4
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill promotes the beneficial use of dredged material from harbors, supporting environmental management practices.
- Scored +3
Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?
The bill provides frameworks for managing dredged material and harbor capacity effectively.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to grow the economy?
The bill expedites agreements for the beneficial use of dredged material in Ohio harbors, facilitating infrastructure and economic development.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 1(a): This provision requires the Secretary to expedite the review of a request to enter into a partnership agreement for facilities that demonstrate potential beneficial uses of dredged material from Ohio harbors, which could speed up local projects.
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Section 1(b): This section allows the Secretary to reimburse non-Federal interests for funds they provide through the payment of subsequent user fees, which could benefit non-Federal partners by providing a payback mechanism.
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Section 1(c): This part allows the Secretary to enter into agreements prior to completing a dredged material management plan when timely completion is not feasible due to complexity or controversy and harbor capacity is inadequate, which could prevent delays in urgent situations.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not explicitly identify any specific negative outcomes, burdens, or consequences for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill promotes the beneficial use of dredged material from harbors, supporting environmental management practices. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — The bill provides frameworks for managing dredged material and harbor capacity effectively. Does this invest in rural communities? — Expediting harbor projects in Ohio aids regional and local infrastructure development.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill expedites agreements for the beneficial use of dredged material in Ohio harbors, facilitating infrastructure and economic development. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill allows for non-Federal interests to be reimbursed through user fees, supporting local entities engaging in harbor projects.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — Non-federal entities and businesses partnering on harbor projects benefit from reimbursement provisions and expedited reviews.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make it easier to do business across state lines? — Streamlining harbor maintenance and beneficial use agreements improves commercial shipping capabilities in Ohio.
- 9/15/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Introduced in House