The U.S. House has for a second time passed legislation that could remove some red tape for the Port of Hood River’s economic development and habitat restoration projects.  The provision is contained in a compromise version of water infrastructure legislation known as the Water Resources Reform and Development Act.  Oregon Second District Congressman Greg Walden says regulations dating back to the construction of Bonneville Dam in the 1930’s require the Port must get approval from the Army Corps of Engineers for activity on land near the Hood River, even though the Port owns the land.  That process can be slow and expensive, and the new legislation would remove that requirement.  Walden says the bill is expected to be passed by the Senate in the coming days, and be signed into law by the President.