Ohio River Restoration Program Act

This bill would amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to create an Ohio River Basin Restoration Program within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA would set up an Ohio River National Program Office, led by a Program Director, along with an advisory council that includes states, Tribal Governments, and other stakeholders in the basin. The program would fund projects on water quality, flood resilience, fish and wildlife habitat, invasive species, toxic cleanup, and public access, giving priority to nature-based solutions such as modifying culverts, levees, and dams. The Director would set measurable goals within 1 year and an action plan within 2 years, update them at least every 5 years, and report to Congress each year. The bill authorizes $350 million per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

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Sponsors

• Morgan McGarvey Democrat sponsor
• 15 cosponsors