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Water Affordability, Transparency, Equity, and Reliability Act of 2021

This act aims to ensure better access to clean water and sewer services for all citizens. It provides for significant investments in water and sewer infrastructure, which may reduce costs for households and improve water quality. Additionally, the act seeks to study issues of water affordability, discrimination, and lack of services to ensure equitable access for everyone.
Key points
Substantial increase in funding for modernizing and building water and sewer infrastructure nationwide.
Financial support for households to repair or replace residential septic systems and water wells.
Mandate to study issues of water affordability, high rates, service disconnections, and discrimination in water and sewer access.
Requirement for using American materials in drinking water infrastructure projects, supporting the local economy.
Support for small communities, rural areas, and tribal governments regarding access to clean water and sanitation.
Possibility of receiving grants for replacing lead service lines and for filtration systems for PFAS-contaminated water.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_916
Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Water Affordability, Transparency, Equity, and Reliability Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_916.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Substantial increase in funding for modernizing and building water and sewer infrastructure nationwide.
  • Financial support for households to repair or replace residential septic systems and water wells.
  • Mandate to study issues of water affordability, high rates, service disconnections, and discrimination in water and sewer access.
  • Requirement for using American materials in drinking water infrastructure projects, supporting the local economy.
  • Support for small communities, rural areas, and tribal governments regarding access to clean water and sanitation.
  • Possibility of receiving grants for replacing lead service lines and for filtration systems for PFAS-contaminated 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 Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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