AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Feb 9, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 18, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Establishes an interest-bearing account for nonfederal contributions to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program
- The program is a cooperative effort involving federal and nonfederal entities in Arizona, California, and Nevada
- The program's purpose is to recover multiple species listed under the Endangered Species Act
- Bill was introduced in the Senate on January 29, 2025
- Committee on Energy and Natural Resources reported the bill without amendment on February 4, 2026
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The account structure may affect how nonfederal funding is managed and distributed for species recovery efforts
- The bill's actual operational effects are not specified in the official summary
- No documented fiscal impact, timeline for implementation, or specific species affected are provided
- The summary does not establish whether this is an expansion, contraction, or restructuring of existing program operations
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill was reported by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources without amendment on September 17, 2026
- Bill was placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders as Calendar No. 630 on September 17, 2026
- No recorded floor vote or passage date has occurred
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 17, 2026 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 630.
- Sep 17, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. Without written report.
- Feb 4, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
- Jan 29, 2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S482)
- Jan 29, 2025 — Introduced in Senate