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Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act
1/9/2026, 7:35 PM
Summary of Bill HR 131
The bill proposes modifications to the repayment terms for the project, which would likely impact the financial obligations of the state of Colorado and other stakeholders involved in the project. The specific details of these modifications are not explicitly outlined in the bill itself, but it is clear that the intent is to adjust the repayment structure in a way that is beneficial to the project and its stakeholders.
Overall, the Arkansas Valley Conduit Modification Act seeks to improve the financial sustainability of the conduit project and ensure that it can continue to provide essential water services to the communities it serves. The bill is currently under consideration in the US Congress and may undergo further revisions before being passed into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 131
Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act
This bill reduces payments that communities within the Arkansas River Valley must pay to the Bureau of Reclamation for the construction of the Arkansas Valley Conduit, a pipeline in Colorado for delivering water from the Pueblo Reservoir to such communities. Specifically, it removes interest payments and extends the repayment period to 100 years.
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Current Status of Bill HR 131
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 131
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 131
Primary Policy Focus
Water Resources DevelopmentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 131
Comments
Goldie Cole
1 year ago
I believe that the modifications proposed in HR Bill 131 for the Arkansas Valley Conduit in Colorado may have negative consequences. It is important to carefully consider the long-term impacts of this bill on the repayment structure. Personally, I am concerned about how this may affect taxpayers and future funding for similar projects.
Coraline Buckley
1 year ago
I think this bill is a good idea because it will help provide clean water to communities in need. It's important to make sure everyone has access to safe drinking water. This bill will also create jobs and stimulate the economy in the Arkansas Valley region. I support anything that helps improve the lives of people in our country. Who else thinks this bill will make a positive impact on our communities?
