Analyst Brief March 10, 2026

H.R. 831 — Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2025, as amended

Current Status
Introduced

Executive Summary

H.R. 831 aims to improve the financial management of non-federal contributions to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program. The bill directs the establishment of an interest-bearing account within the Treasury for these funds, ensuring better stewardship and availability for the conservation program. This action addresses the need for efficient handling of funds dedicated to the conservation efforts in the Colorado River basin. The bill was introduced and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.

Bill Data

Primary Sponsor
Mr. CALVERT (R-CA)
Bill Number
H. R. 831
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Co-Sponsors
Ms. LEE of Nevada, Ms. TITUS, Mr. HORSFORD, Mr. STANTON

Arguments For

  • Argument 1: Streamlines financial processes, ensuring funds are readily available for conservation efforts, enhancing the program's effectiveness.
  • Argument 2: By allowing the Treasury to invest unused funds, the bill generates additional revenue for the conservation program without requiring additional appropriations.
  • Argument 3: Demonstrates commitment to state partnerships by efficiently managing their contributions, fostering stronger collaboration in conservation efforts.
Likely Supporters
Conservation groupsState water agencies

Arguments Against

  • Argument 1: Opponents may argue that creating a new fund adds unnecessary complexity to the existing financial structure.
  • Argument 2: There is a risk that investment decisions made by the Treasury could result in losses, potentially diminishing the funds available for conservation.
  • Argument 3: Some may criticize the bill as a minor adjustment that does not address the larger systemic issues facing the Colorado River basin.
Likely Opponents
Libertarian groupsAnti-regulation groups

📋 Key Provisions

  • Establishes an interest-bearing account for non-Federal contributions to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program.
  • Amends Section 9402 of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 to include provisions for the new account.
  • Directs the Treasury to deposit unexpended non-Federal contributions into the fund.
  • Allows the Secretary of the Treasury to invest portions of the fund not needed for current needs in interest-bearing obligations of the United States.

🔍 Verification Guide

BETA
Claim Analysis Page 2, Line 2

The bill amends Section 9402 of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009.

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"Section 9402 of the Omnibus Public"

Claim Analysis Page 2, Line 9

The agreement is entitled the 'Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Funding and Management Agreement'.

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"entitled the 'Lower Colorado River Multi-Species"

Claim Analysis Page 3, Line 11

The Secretary of the Treasury shall deposit in the Fund any unexpended non-Federal contributions.

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"Treasury shall deposit in the Fund"

Claim Analysis Page 4, Line 14

The Secretary of the Treasury may invest any portion of the Fund.

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"Secretary of the Treasury may invest"

Claim Analysis Page 5, Line 1

Amounts shall be transferred from the general fund of the Treasury to the Fund not later than 90 days.

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"Treasury to the Fund not later"

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