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Wastewater Workforce Investment: Ensuring Clean Water for Communities.

This act aims to ensure there are enough skilled workers to operate public wastewater treatment plants in the future. This will help maintain high water quality for drinking and recreation, and ensure sewage systems function properly, contributing to public health and safety.
Key points
The government will assess future workforce needs for wastewater treatment plants, including required skills and education.
States can reserve up to 1% of federal funds for workforce development, training, and retraining activities for wastewater infrastructure.
These changes aim to ensure the continuous operation and modernization of water and wastewater infrastructure, impacting environmental cleanliness.
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Print number: 117_HR_2173
Sponsor: Rep. Stanton, Greg [D-AZ-9]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wastewater Workforce Investment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2173.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will assess future workforce needs for wastewater treatment plants, including required skills and education.
  • States can reserve up to 1% of federal funds for workforce development, training, and retraining activities for wastewater infrastructure.
  • These changes aim to ensure the continuous operation and modernization of water and wastewater infrastructure, impacting environmental cleanliness.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stanton, Greg [D-AZ-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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