Federal · 119th Congress
Lower Yellowstone River Native Fish Conservation Act
Policy areaWater Resources Development
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Other titles2
To reaffirm that the Bureau of Reclamation retains exclusive ownership, operational control, and financial responsibility for the Lower Yellowstone Fish Bypass Channel, ensuring long-term conservation of the endangered pallid sturgeon and other native aquatic species in the Yellowstone River while protecting the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project and District from undue financial and operational burdens, and for other purposes.Official Title as Introduced
Lower Yellowstone River Native Fish Conservation ActShort Title(s) as Introduced
Legislative history4
Feb 4, 2026
House · CommitteeSubcommittee Hearings Held
Jan 28, 2026
House · CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
Dec 10, 2025
HouseReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Dec 10, 2025
IntroducedIntroduced in House