This bill makes it easier for the Army Corps of Engineers to clean up contaminated sediment in waterways without facing legal liability. Here's what's happening: waterways across the country often have toxic sediment buildup from industrial pollution, mining, or other sources. When the Army Corps wants to dredge and remove this contaminated material, they can currently face lawsuits under federal environmental law (CERCLA) even though they're trying to fix the problem. This bill changes that by allowing the Army Corps to carry out cleanup projects without being held liable for the contamination—as long as they follow a specific process. That process requires the Army Corps to work with local partners and get approval from the EPA before starting any cleanup work. They have to document what contaminants are present, try to identify who originally caused the pollution, and create a detailed plan that protects human health and the environment. The bill also makes clear that while the Army Corps gets liability protection, the federal government can still pursue the original polluters to recover cleanup costs. Essentially, this removes a legal barrier that was discouraging necessary cleanup work while still holding actual polluters accountable.