We have received text from H.R. 5966: Ohio River Restoration Program Act. This bill was received on 2025-11-07, and currently has 7 cosponsors.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
This proposed legislation, known as the Ohio River Restoration Program Act , aims to establish a dedicated program within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) specifically for the restoration and protection of the Ohio River Basin. The bill outlines several key components and objectives:
Ohio River Basin Restoration Program
This act seeks to create an Ohio River Basin Restoration Program within the EPA. The program will focus on various projects and activities designed to address critical environmental concerns in the Ohio River Basin, which encompasses parts of several states, including Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, and others.
Definitions and Office Establishment
- Definitions: The bill provides key definitions related to the program, including what constitutes the Ohio River Basin and the roles of various entities involved.
- Program Office: It establishes an Ohio River National Program Office, led by a Program Director who will oversee the program's operations.
Program Objectives and Activities
The bill outlines specific activities that the program will focus on, such as:
- Improving water quality in the Ohio River and surrounding areas.
- Enhancing community resilience against flooding and storms.
- Restoring fish and wildlife habitats.
- Controlling invasive aquatic species.
- Removing toxic substances.
- Increasing public access and recreational opportunities while ensuring ecological needs are met.
Implementation and Project Selection
The bill allows the Program Director to select projects based on various criteria, ensuring equitable distribution throughout the basin and prioritizing effective environmental outcomes. It emphasizes the use of natural infrastructure and non-structural solutions, such as ecological restoration, and encourages collaboration with local stakeholders, Tribal Governments, and relevant federal agencies.
Actionable Goals and Planning
- The Program Director is tasked with developing measurable and reportable goals for the program within one year of enactment.
- Within two years, an action plan outlining specific objectives, timelines, costs, and responsible entities must be created.
- The action plan will also recommend specific projects aimed at improving the Ohio River Basin.
Updates to the goals and action plan will be conducted every five years, with public engagement encouraged throughout the process.
Funding Authorization
The bill authorizes an appropriation of $350 million for each fiscal year from 2026 to 2030 to fund the Ohio River Basin Restoration Program. It includes provisions for the transfer of funds to relevant federal agencies to support program activities.
Reporting Requirements
The Program Director is required to report to Congress and the public on the progress made in implementing the restoration program, including updates on funding, projects, and coordination efforts with other entities.
Relevant Companies
- PCG - PG&E Corporation: As a utility company involved in water management and environmental sustainability projects, it may be impacted by regulations or funding opportunities related to water quality and flood resilience in the Ohio River Basin.
- DUK - Duke Energy Corporation: Another utility company with operations in the region that could be influenced by new regulations affecting water quality and habitat restoration efforts, particularly due to their involvement in energy generation and environmental compliance.
- AEP - American Electric Power: This company provides electricity to a significant portion of the Ohio River Basin states and could be directly affected by projects aimed at enhancing community resilience and ecological restoration.
Representative Morgan McGarvey Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Representative Morgan McGarvey:
- H.R.5966: Ohio River Restoration Program Act
- H.R.5001: SBIR/STTR Oversight Act
- H.R.4705: ACHE Act of 2025
- H.R.4569: Supporting Premature Infant Nutrition Act of 2025
- H.R.4139: Cutting Copays Act
- H.R.3116: American Sovereign Wealth Fund Exploration Act
You can track bills proposed by Representative Morgan McGarvey on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for McGarvey.
Representative Morgan McGarvey Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Representative Morgan McGarvey is worth $1.6M, as of November 11th, 2025. This is the 281st highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
McGarvey has approximately $864.9K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Representative Morgan McGarvey's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for McGarvey.
Representative Morgan McGarvey Stock Trading
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