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Water Projects Streamlined: Faster Water Infrastructure Construction

This act aims to accelerate and improve the implementation of water infrastructure projects, such as wastewater treatment plants and water supply systems. With new collaborative methods, citizens can expect faster access to better quality water and more reliable water services, impacting their daily lives and health.
Key points
Introduces new, more flexible methods for water project delivery, like "design-build," potentially shortening construction times.
Enables better collaboration between designers and contractors, which could lead to more efficient use of public funds.
Mandates a study to evaluate the benefits and barriers of these new methods for better future investment planning.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7119
Sponsor: Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3]
Process start date: 2022-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Water Design-Build Improvement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7119.

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 2022-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces new, more flexible methods for water project delivery, like "design-build," potentially shortening construction times.
  • Enables better collaboration between designers and contractors, which could lead to more efficient use of public funds.
  • Mandates a study to evaluate the benefits and barriers of these new methods for better future investment planning.
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. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3].

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 2026-01-02.

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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