$25 Million Grant Program Now Available for Water and Wastewater Infrastructure
The Arkansas Department of Natural Resources has launched a new matching grant program to assist communities with water and wastewater projects. The initiative focuses on shovel-ready projects to accelerate critical infrastructure improvements across the state.
Arkansas has introduced a $25 million grant program designed to help cities, counties, and public water authorities move essential infrastructure projects from the planning phase to construction. The program requires a matching fund contribution of up to 30 percent, depending on the specific project type and local population size. Eligible projects include sewer collection and treatment systems, as well as public water supply and distribution upgrades. Officials emphasize that this funding is intended to help systems better position themselves to meet future demand and regulatory requirements.
House Passes WRDA 2026 with Support for Sonoma County
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which includes a specific authorization for $60 million in water and wastewater infrastructure funding for Sonoma and Marin counties in California.
Source: Sonoma Sun
North Carolina State Water Infrastructure Authority Awards New Funding
The North Carolina State Water Infrastructure Authority approved funding for various drinking water, wastewater, and PFAS-related projects. The awards were finalized during a July 2026 meeting to support state-wide infrastructure needs.
Source: NC Department of Environmental Quality
Coalition Urges Strong Federal Funding for Water Infrastructure
A coalition led by the American Public Works Association (APWA) is advocating for robust federal funding for water infrastructure, citing the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026. The proposed legislation aims to reauthorize and increase funding for both Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds through 2030.
Source: APWA
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