To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to transfer certain facilities of the Minidoka Project to the Burley Irrigation District, and for other purposes.

Summary

Directs the Secretary of the Interior to transfer the withdrawn and acquired lands and rights-of-way of the Southside Pumping Division of the Minidoka Project, Idaho, together with certain related improvements and appurtenances, to the Burley Irrigation District. Requires: (1) the transfer of associated water rights; (2) the Secretary to provide the District with a permanent right to Project reserve power; and (3) the District to continue to recognize the right of Minidoka Irrigation District to the joint use of a specified portion of the Southside Canal. Indemnifies the United States from damages arising out of any act or omission related to the transferred works (with an exception for negligence). Requires the transfer: (1) to be completed within 24 months after the enactment of this Act; or (2) if not completed by January 1, 1999, to be made by operation of law.

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Timeline

1. 28 September 1996

   Introduced

   Referred to the House Committee on Resources.

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2. 28 September 1996

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   Introduced in House

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3. 28 September 1996

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   Introduced in House

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4. 30 September 1996

   Introduced

   Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1819)

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• Introduced in House · 28 September 1996 · Official file

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• Mike Crapo · R · Sponsor
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