Cynthia Lummis: “I am proud to support H.R. 4385, the Drought Preparedness Act, which I joined my colleague from Colorado in introducing.…”

“I am proud to support H.R. 4385, the Drought Preparedness Act, which I joined my colleague from Colorado in introducing. Senator Hickenlooper has been fabulous to work with, as have all of the Senators from the States that headwater and utilize the Colorado River, including yourself, Madam President. This bill would reauthorize the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act and allow the Department of the Interior to prepare drought contingency plans and provide technical assistance to State, local, and Tribal governments on their drought contingency plans. This is one of the many bills I have had the pleasure of partnering with Senator Hickenlooper on, and I look forward to the President signing it into law. Again, Madam President, I appreciate your help on these matters as well. I am also pleased to support H.R. 5770, the Water Data Improvement Act, also sponsoring and introducing with my colleague Senator Hickenlooper, to reauthorize three water data programs at the U.S. Geological Survey that address water scarcity in the West. The West continues to lead the Nation in water conservation and management practices and is home to some of the best and brightest experts in this field. By extending these successful programs, we will improve water quality, secure our water infrastructure, and ensure we remain good stewards of our natural resources.…”