WASHINGTON — The importance behind a key piece of legislation designed to help theGreat Salt Lake Stewardship Act
"The Great Salt Lake is immensely valuable to Utahns and the surrounding region. As we face ongoing drought conditions, it is crucial that we take a responsible approach to address the challenges posed to the lake," Lee said earlier this year. "This bill presents a thoughtful solution by leveraging existing resources and promoting efficient water conservation practices.
"Here's a critical component of this legislation — it does not require new spending authorization. Annual funding for the program comes through the programmatic funding Congress provides to Central Utah Project Completion Act within the Department of Interior's budget each year. This provides access to a stable federal funding mechanism for conservation projects that can be geared toward helping the Great Salt Lake.