The Build Now Act speeds up the permitting process for water infrastructure projects related to California's Central Valley Project by requiring federal agencies to complete environmental reviews within one year of receiving a permit application. The bill applies to projects that support, enhance, or maintain the Central Valley Project, including groundwater recharge, aquifer storage, and water source substitution projects. If an agency fails to meet the one-year deadline, it must either grant an extension with the applicant's permission or deny the permit. Applicants whose permits are denied can reapply at any time, and the original agency must share previously gathered environmental information to speed up future reviews. The bill does not specify funding amounts but aims to reduce delays in infrastructure development by imposing strict timelines on the environmental review process under federal law.
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