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Rural Water Systems: Disaster Preparedness, Technical Assistance, and Resilience Funding.

This Act establishes a new technical assistance program to enhance the resilience of rural water and wastewater systems against natural or man-made disasters. The program provides grants to non-profit organizations to assist rural communities with disaster preparation, response, and recovery, ensuring faster restoration of essential services like clean water. This directly improves public health and safety for residents in rural areas by minimizing service disruptions during emergencies.
Key points
New Grant Program: Establishes a grant program for non-profit entities to provide technical assistance to rural water and wastewater systems for disaster preparedness and response.
Emergency Response Services: Funds on-site personnel and equipment deployment for rapid service restoration after a disaster, including pump repair, water disinfection, and leak detection.
Resilience Planning: Supports the development of disaster action plans, vulnerability assessments, and improved resiliency planning for critical water infrastructure.
Funding Authorization: Authorizes $20 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 to carry out the provisions of this program.
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Print number: 118_HR_7241
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2024-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural Water System Disaster Preparedness and Assistance Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7241.

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 2024-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Grant Program: Establishes a grant program for non-profit entities to provide technical assistance to rural water and wastewater systems for disaster preparedness and response.
  • Emergency Response Services: Funds on-site personnel and equipment deployment for rapid service restoration after a disaster, including pump repair, water disinfection, and leak detection.
  • Resilience Planning: Supports the development of disaster action plans, vulnerability assessments, and improved resiliency planning for critical water infrastructure.
  • Funding Authorization: Authorizes $20 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 to carry out the provisions of this program.
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. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8].

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 2025-12-30.

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