(a) To expedite implementation of the Plan, the Corps of Engineers and non-Federal sponsors may implement projects under the authority of section 601(c) of WRDA 2000 that are described in the Plan and that will produce a substantial benefit to the restoration, preservation, and protection of the South Florida ecosystem.
(b) Each project implemented under the authority of section 601(c) of WRDA 2000 shall:
(1) In general, follow the process described in Sec. 385.11;
(2) Not be implemented until a Project Implementation Report is prepared and approved in accordance with Sec. 385.26; and
(3) Not exceed a total cost of $25,000,000.
(c) The total aggregate cost of all projects implemented under the additional program authority shall not exceed $206,000,000.