SB3409Introduced in the Senate
Lower Yellowstone River Native Fish Conservation Act
Introduced by Steve Daines, District MT
What does this bill do?
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Official description
A bill to reaffirm that the Bureau of Reclamation retains exclusive ownership, operational control, and financial responsibility for the Lower Yellowstone Fish Bypass Channel, ensuring long-term conservation of the endangered pallid sturgeon and other native aquatic species in the Yellowstone River while protecting the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project and District from undue financial and operational burdens, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held.
March 17, 2026
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Bill history
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held.
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