Palisades Powerplant Construction Act of 1979

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Palisades Powerplant Construction Act of 1979 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to design, construct, and operate the Palisades powerplant enlargement and appurtenant works, Idaho. Requires the Secretary to enter into contracts with the State for the payment of costs related to such project before construction may begin. Permits such contracts to provide for the marketing by the State of the hydroelectric power produced by such project. Requires the State to contract with the Bureau of Reclamation for the allocation of generation and operation and maintenance costs. Stipulates that such project shall not alter the release of water or operation of Palisades Reservior adversely to existing water rights. Authorizes the Secretary to provide basic outdoor recreation facilities in the vicinity of Palisades Dam.…