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Clean Water for Native Communities: New Funding and Support

This act aims to ensure access to clean drinking water and basic sanitation services for Native communities across the United States. It allocates significant financial resources and technical assistance to improve water and sanitation infrastructure, directly impacting the health, education, and economic development of these communities.
Key points
Increased Funding: Allocates $100 million annually for loans and grants for water system development and $30 million annually for technical assistance to Native communities from 2024-2028.
Infrastructure Support: The Indian Health Service will receive $20 million annually for the construction and maintenance of sanitation facilities, including water systems, and $100 million annually for ongoing operation and maintenance of water facilities.
Easier Access to Funds: The act removes matching contribution requirements and the need to demonstrate inability to finance projects, making it easier for Native communities to access available funds.
Interagency Collaboration: Mandates cooperation between the Department of Agriculture and the Indian Health Service to ensure effective use of funds and project prioritization.
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Print number: 118_HR_4746
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2023-07-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tribal Access to Clean Water Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4746.

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 2023-07-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Funding: Allocates $100 million annually for loans and grants for water system development and $30 million annually for technical assistance to Native communities from 2024-2028.
  • Infrastructure Support: The Indian Health Service will receive $20 million annually for the construction and maintenance of sanitation facilities, including water systems, and $100 million annually for ongoing operation and maintenance of water facilities.
  • Easier Access to Funds: The act removes matching contribution requirements and the need to demonstrate inability to finance projects, making it easier for Native communities to access available funds.
  • Interagency Collaboration: Mandates cooperation between the Department of Agriculture and the Indian Health Service to ensure effective use of funds and project prioritization.
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. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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