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Improving Drinking Water Quality and Financial Aid for Citizens

This act aims to enhance drinking water quality across the United States by increasing funding for water infrastructure, replacing lead pipes, and establishing new safety standards for contaminants. Additionally, it introduces a financial assistance program for individuals with water bill arrears to prevent disconnections and improve access to essential services.
Key points
Increased funding for upgrading water systems and removing lead pipes, leading to safer water in homes and schools.
Mandatory standards for harmful chemicals (PFAS, microcystin, 1,4-dioxane) in drinking water, enhancing health safety.
Financial aid program for residents with water bill arrears, protecting against disconnections and improving service access.
Support for communities affected by natural disasters and low-income areas to access clean water.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3291
Sponsor: Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]
Process start date: 2021-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Assistance, Quality, and Affordability Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3291.

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 2021-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for upgrading water systems and removing lead pipes, leading to safer water in homes and schools.
  • Mandatory standards for harmful chemicals (PFAS, microcystin, 1,4-dioxane) in drinking water, enhancing health safety.
  • Financial aid program for residents with water bill arrears, protecting against disconnections and improving service access.
  • Support for communities affected by natural disasters and low-income areas to access clean water.
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. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 52.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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