Contaminated Wells Relocation Act

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Introduced on November 12, 2024 by Timothy Michael Kaine

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Legislation Details

  • Authorizes the Administrator of NASA to reimburse the Town of Chincoteague, Virginia, for costs related to drinking water wells.
  • Allows for a reimbursement agreement for up to five years.
  • Covers costs associated with:
    • Developing a plan for the removal of existing drinking water wells on NASA-administered property.
    • Establishing alternative drinking water wells on property controlled by the Town of Chincoteague.
  • Requires the agreement to include:
    • Provisions for the removal and relocation of three remaining wells.
    • A description of the new site for the relocated wells.
    • An estimated cost for the relocation, including property acquisition, engineering, design, permitting, and construction.
  • Mandates submission of the agreement to Congress within 18 months of enactment, in coordination with relevant entities.

Last updated 12/19/2024