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HB6442: Fill the Lake Act

: Ryan Zinke (R-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Nov 15, 2023
Public lands and natural resources
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to ensure full pool levels of Flathead Lake in Montana in accordance with certain requirements, and for other purposes.

Plain-language summary

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to maintain Flathead Lake in Montana at full pool levels (its maximum water capacity) according to specific requirements. The bill was introduced by Representative Ryan Zinke and addresses management of this public natural resource. It is currently in the early stage after introduction, meaning it has not yet been assigned to a for review. The bill's specific requirements and how full pool levels would be achieved are not detailed in this description.

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HB6442: Fill the Lake Act

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