Bill · H.R. 7940· House(119-HR-7940)
SAFE Pathways Act
- Introduced
- 3/16/2026
- Last activity
- 3/16/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Glenn Grothman
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Safeguarding Aquatic Fisheries and Ecosystem Pathways Act," seeks to amend the Federal Power Act. It specifically targets the process of prescribing fishways. The legislation would require the Secretary of Commerce or the Secretary of the Interior to consider the threat of invasive species. This consideration must happen in consultation with the State where the fishway is being located.
Yes
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+5
The bill requires federal officials to consider the threat of invasive species when prescribing fishways to help protect aquatic ecosystems.
Would farmers be better off under this?+2
Protecting aquatic ecosystems from invasive species can help preserve water quality and biodiversity relevant to agricultural environments.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Consideration of invasive species: By requiring officials to consider the threat of invasive species when prescribing a fishway, the bill addresses potential ecological threats (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain any provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Farmers+2
- 3/16/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Mark PocanDemocrat · Wisconsin
Tony WiedRepublican · Wisconsin