Senate Hearing on Flood Control and Water Projects (April 1967)
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing established the legislative record for federal funding and administrative oversight of critical water infrastructure projects and commissions across the United States.
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
Residents of Neshaminy Creek watershed
The committee reviewed the watershed project impacting local flood control and water management infrastructure.
Mississippi River Commission nominees
The committee reviewed their nominations for appointment to the commission.
California Debris Commission nominees
The committee reviewed their nominations for appointment to the commission.
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on April 20, 1967, by the Senate Subcommittee on Flood Control-- Rivers and Harbors.
- The committee reviewed six specific Senate bills: S. 78, S. 423, S. 601, S. 831, S. 988, and S. 1340.
- The committee reviewed one House bill: H.R. 8363.
- The agenda included the review of the Neshaminy Creek, Pennsylvania, watershed project.
- The committee considered nominations for the Mississippi River Commission.
- The committee considered nominations for the California Debris Commission.
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Why It Matters
The hearing established the legislative record for federal funding and administrative oversight of critical water infrastructure projects and commissions across the United States.
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Omnibus Legislative Review
The committee bundled multiple disparate bills and commission nominations into a single hearing session, indicating a focus on efficient processing of water-related legislation.
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