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II118th CONGRESS2d SessionS. 4242IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESMay 2, 2024Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, and Mr. Wyden) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural ResourcesA BILLTo extend the authorization of the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act of 1991, and for other purposes.

1.

Short title

This Act may be cited as the Drought Preparedness Act.

2.

Extension of authorization

(a)

Drought program

Section 104(c) of the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act of 1991 (43 U.S.C. 2214(c)) is amended by striking 2022 and inserting 2028.(b)

Authorization of appropriations

Section 301 of the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act of 1991 (43 U.S.C. 2241) is amended by striking 2022 and inserting 2028.