HR 5512 · 98th Congress · Environmental Protection

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reinstate and reinforce the biological integrity of our Nation's waters.

Introduced 1984-04-25· Sponsored by Rep. Molinari, Guy [R-NY-14]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Executive Comment Requested from EPA, OMB.(1984-05-16)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (also known as the Clean Water Act) to revise provisions relating to research on harmful effects on the health and welfare of persons caused by pollutants in water. Directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct such research in conjunction with other Federal, State, and interstate agencies carrying on such research. Requires that such research include, and place special emphasis on, the effect that bioaccumulation of these pollutants has upon reducing the value of aquatic commercial and sport industries. Requires that such research further study methods to reduce and remove these pollutants from the relevant affected aquatic species so as to restore and enhance valuable resources. Authorizes additional appropriations for such research for FY 1985 through 1988. Revises provisions relating to limitations and conditions on grants for the construction of publicly owned water treatment works. Directs the Administrator, before approving grants for proposed treatment works, to determine that: (1) an approved areawide waste treatment management plan is being fully implemented for such area and the proposed treatme…

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