Bud Shuster: “Typically the Corps of Engineers carries out studies and projects that are cost-shared with non-Federal sponsors. Sand…”

“Typically the Corps of Engineers carries out studies and projects that are cost-shared with non-Federal sponsors. Sand transfer facilities that are associated with beach nourishment projects are traditionally a non-Federal responsibility. This amendment would require the Corps of Engineers to assume the operation and maintenance costs of these facilities. This would put more funding requirements on the Federal taxpayer for this type of work. It is clear that the Corps' budget will not be increased substantially to cover these additional requirements. One of the key goals of H.R. 3080 is to empower non-Federal interests to take a larger role in carrying out water resources projects. This amendment is not financially responsible since it would place an additional burden on the Corps of Engineers without recognizing the fiscal restraints the Corps is already under, so I urge all Members to oppose this amendment. I reserve the balance of my time.”