No floor votes have been cast in the full chamber.
The PERMIT Act would change the Clean Water Act by narrowing the definition of “waters of the United States.” The amendment would exclude certain waters from the Clean Water Act, including waste treatment systems like ponds or lagoons, streams that only flow after rainfall, previously converted cropland, groundwater, and any other features the EPA Administrator or the Secretary of the Army wishes to exclude.
Vote Yes on this bill if you want to streamline infrastructure projects and reduce delays in obtaining permits for construction.
Organizations that support this bill may include construction companies and trade associations that prioritize reduced red tape in project approvals.
Vote No on this bill if you want to maintain stringent environmental regulations and ensure comprehensive oversight of water protections.
Organizations that oppose this bill may include environmental advocacy groups concerned about the weakening of water protections.
No floor votes have been cast in the full chamber.
No floor votes have been cast in the full chamber.