Congress Advances Water Resources Development Act of 2026
The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has unanimously advanced the Water Resources Development Act of 2026. The bill proposes significant reauthorization funding for both the Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds.
The Senate EPW Committee recently advanced the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, a major piece of legislation aimed at bolstering national water infrastructure. The bill includes provisions to reauthorize the Drinking Water SRF and the Clean Water SRF through 2030.
Under the proposed legislation, the Drinking Water SRF would see funding levels increase to $4.5 billion by fiscal year 2030, while the Clean Water SRF would receive $3.5 billion annually. These funds are essential for states to maintain and upgrade aging water systems.
Industry groups, including the American Public Works Association, have urged Congress to pass this legislation. They argue that consistent federal investment is necessary to prevent the shifting of oversight and enforcement burdens back to the EPA due to lack of local resources.
Pillen Announces $38 Million Grant for Norfolk Wastewater Project
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen announced a $38 million grant to support a $76 million upgrade to Norfolk's wastewater treatment system. The project is designed to modernize the facility and improve long-term operational capacity.
Source: Norfolk Daily News
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
New York Governor Announces $3.1 Million in Planning Grants
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $3.1 million in Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grants on September 21, aimed at jumpstarting 63 water quality projects across New York State. The funding provides local governments with the resources needed to complete essential engineering reports.
Source: New York State
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