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Build Now Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 6640 · House Bill · 119th Congress

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Stage
In committee
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House
Sponsors
2
Latest action
Dec 11, 2025

What it does

The Build Now Act would require that any environmental review required for a Central Valley Project enhancement project permit must be completed within one year of the permit application being submitted. If the responsible agency cannot meet this deadline, it must either grant an extension with the applicant’s approval or deny the permit. If a permit is denied due to the missed deadline, the applicant may reapply at any time, and the agency must provide any previously gathered environmental review information to help expedite the new review. The bill defines CVP enhancement projects as those supporting groundwater recharge, aquifer storage, or water source substitution related to the…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Dec 11, 2025

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Dec 11, 2025

  3. Floor (Not started)

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