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Water Projects Funding: IRS and COVID-19 Funds Redirected

This act redirects unspent funds from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and COVID-19 relief to water-related projects. This means potential improvements in water infrastructure, clean drinking water, and wastewater treatment in many regions, which could enhance citizens' quality of life and health safety.
Key points
Unspent IRS money and COVID-19 funds will be used for water projects.
Funds will go towards clean drinking water, wastewater treatment, water infrastructure, and dam modernization.
A portion of the funds is specifically allocated to the Northeast region of the U.S., including New York City.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5243
Sponsor: Rep. Santos, George [R-NY-3]
Process start date: 2023-08-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Less Talk More Action Water Modernization Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5243.

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 2023-08-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unspent IRS money and COVID-19 funds will be used for water projects.
  • Funds will go towards clean drinking water, wastewater treatment, water infrastructure, and dam modernization.
  • A portion of the funds is specifically allocated to the Northeast region of the U.S., including New York City.
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. Santos, George [R-NY-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

Is this summary verified?

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

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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