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H.R. 3962: Enhancing Science, Treatment, and Upkeep of America’s Resilient and Important Estuarine Systems Act

This bill is titled the "Enhancing Science, Treatment, and Upkeep of America’s Resilient and Important Estuarine Systems Act," or the "ESTUARIES Act." Its main purpose is to amend existing federal laws regarding the management and protection of estuarine systems, which are coastal areas where fresh water from rivers meets and mixes with salt water from the sea.

Key Provisions

Reauthorization of the National Estuary Program: The bill reauthorizes the National Estuary Program under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, extending its operation until 2031. This program aims to improve the quality of estuarine waters and to protect these crucial ecosystems.
Focus on Scientific Research: The bill emphasizes the need for scientific research on estuaries, supporting studies and data collection to better understand and manage these environments.
Enhanced Treatment and Upkeep: It calls for improved treatment techniques and maintenance practices for estuarine systems to ensure their resilience against pollution and other environmental stressors.

Goals of the Bill

The primary goals of this legislation are to:

Protect and restore estuarine ecosystems, which are important for both biodiversity and human use.
Facilitate collaboration between federal, state, and local entities to enhance estuarine management.
Promote community involvement in the stewardship of estuaries, thereby increasing public awareness about their importance.

In summary, the ESTUARIES Act aims to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of America's estuarine systems by providing continued support for research, treatment, and collaborative management efforts.

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Actions

15 actions

Date	Action
Dec. 16, 2025	Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Dec. 15, 2025	Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5872-5873)
Dec. 15, 2025	DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3962.
Dec. 15, 2025	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Dec. 15, 2025	Mr. Johnson (SD) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Dec. 15, 2025	On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5872)
Dec. 15, 2025	Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5872)
Dec. 12, 2025	Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 348.
Dec. 12, 2025	Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 119-400.
Sep. 17, 2025	Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Sep. 17, 2025	Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 57 - 2.
Sep. 17, 2025	Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Discharged
Jun. 13, 2025	Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Jun. 12, 2025	Introduced in House
Jun. 12, 2025	Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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