Ohio River Restoration Program Act of 2026

This bill would create an Ohio River Basin Restoration Program inside the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), run by a new Ohio River National Program Office and a Program Director. The program would fund projects to improve water quality and drinking water, reduce flood risk, restore fish and wildlife habitat, control invasive species, clean up toxic substances, and expand public access and recreation. The Program Director would set up an advisory council with states, Tribal Governments, and other groups, develop measurable goals within 1 year and an action plan within 2 years, and report to Congress each year. The bill would authorize $350 million per year for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and allow grants to states, local governments, Tribes, nonprofits, universities, and individuals.

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Sponsors

• John Fetterman Democrat sponsor
• 1 cosponsors