Beginning on page 3, line 38 of the amendment, after "include new" strike all material through "operation of" on page 4, line 2 and insert "physical construction of a currently nonexisting facility except for"

On page 4, line 4 of the amendment, after "regulations." insert "Existing hydroelectric generation may replace component parts of the generation facility to maintain operational function, such as replacing a diversion dam and other upgrades, and may expand the facilities' capacity in accordance with federal laws and regulations."

EFFECT: Clarifies that no new hydroelectric generation facility may be constructed except for a pumped storage facility that complies with existing laws and regulations. Specifies that component parts of existing hydroelectric generation may be replaced to maintain operational function, such as replacing a diversion dam and other upgrades, and may expand the facilities' capacity in accordance with federal laws and regulations.