Border Water Quality Restoration: Funding Clean-up of Tijuana and New Rivers
This Act establishes programs to restore water quality and public health along the polluted Tijuana and New Rivers on the US-Mexico border, which suffer from sewage and trash contamination. Citizens in Southern California, particularly near San Diego and Calexico, can expect efforts toward cleaner beaches and a healthier environment. The legislation authorizes a total of $100 million annually ($50 million for each river) from 2025 through 2035 for infrastructure projects and water management.
Key points
Funding Authorization: Authorizes $1.1 billion ($100 million annually for 11 years) for infrastructure projects to improve water quality in the Tijuana and New River watersheds.
Cleaner Environment: Aims to manage the flow of untreated sewage, trash, and pollutants from Mexico, intended to lead to fewer beach closures and improved public health in border communities.
New Programs: Establishes two Geographic Programs (Tijuana River and New River Restoration Programs) managed by the EPA to coordinate restoration activities and investments.
Infrastructure Focus: Funds may be used for constructing and maintaining water infrastructure, including wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and utilizing natural solutions (like green infrastructure) to capture pollutants.
Status:
Expired
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