Columbia River Plans Get Extended Comment Period to May
Published Date: 2/10/2025
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation are giving folks more time to share their thoughts on the Columbia River System plans by extending the comment period to May 9, 2025. They’ve also moved public meetings to the week of April 7, 2025, so everyone affected by river operations can join in. This extra time helps make sure all voices are heard before big decisions are made.
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