43 USC 505a-1 - Asset Management Report enhancements for reserved works

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§ 505a–1.

Asset Management Report enhancements for reserved works

(a)

In general

Not later than 2 years after March 12, 2019, the Secretary shall submit to Congress an Asset Management Report that—

(1)

describes the efforts of the Bureau—

(A)

to maintain in a reliable manner all reserved works at Reclamation facilities; and

(B)

to standardize and streamline data reporting and processes across regions and areas for the purpose of maintaining reserved works at Reclamation facilities; and

(2)

expands on the information otherwise provided in an Asset Management Report, in accordance with subsection (b).

(b)

Infrastructure maintenance needs assessment

(1)

In general

The Asset Management Report submitted under subsection (a) shall include—

(A)

a detailed assessment of major repair and rehabilitation needs for all reserved works at all Reclamation projects; and

(B)

to the maximum extent practicable, an itemized list of major repair and rehabilitation needs of individual Reclamation facilities at each Reclamation project.

(2)

Inclusions

To the maximum extent practicable, the itemized list of major repair and rehabilitation needs under paragraph (1)(B) shall include—

(A)

a budget level cost estimate of the appropriations needed to complete each item; and

(B)

an assignment of a categorical rating for each item, consistent with paragraph (3).

(3)

Rating requirements

(A)

In general

The system for assigning ratings under paragraph (2)(B) shall be—

(i)

consistent with existing uniform categorization systems to inform the annual budget process and agency requirements; and

(ii)

subject to the guidance and instructions issued under subparagraph (B).

(B)

Guidance

(4)

Public availability

(5)

Confidentiality

(c)

Updates

(d)

Consultation

To the extent that such consultation would assist the Secretary in preparing the Asset Management Report under subsection (a) and updates to the Asset Management Report under subsection (c), the Secretary shall consult with—

(1)

the Secretary of the Army (acting through the Chief of Engineers); and

(2)

water and power contractors.

(Pub. L. 116–9, title VIII, § 8602, Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 827.)

cite as: 43 USC 505a-1