U.S. House Advances Water Resources Development Act of 2026
The U.S. House of Representatives successfully advanced the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026 with a 415-9 vote on September 16. This biennial legislation is critical for reauthorizing U.S. Army Corps of Engineers programs and funding new feasibility studies and construction projects for water infrastructure.
The passage of H.R. 9497 provides necessary stability for water resource management, covering policies for flood control, navigation, and water supply. By advancing this legislation, Congress ensures that local municipalities have a predictable pathway for planning large-scale water infrastructure needs. The bill authorizes 131 new feasibility studies and 10 construction projects, reflecting a continued commitment to national water infrastructure resilience. It now awaits consideration by the U.S. Senate, which has introduced its own companion legislation, S. 4949, to reauthorize similar programs.
Department of Energy Invests $27.8 Million to Decarbonize Water Resource Recovery Facilities
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced $27.8 million in funding for 10 projects focused on decarbonizing water resource recovery facilities. These initiatives aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% without increasing operational costs.
Source: energy.gov
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
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