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Water Bill Assistance for Low-Income Households

This bill aims to establish a program to help low-income households pay their drinking water and wastewater bills. This means that eligible individuals could receive financial support to avoid debt and loss of access to essential water services. The program seeks to ensure that no one is deprived of water access due to financial hardship.
Key points
Establishes a financial assistance program for low-income households to cover water and wastewater costs.
Assistance includes overdue bills and current charges for drinking water and sewage services.
The program targets individuals already receiving other social assistance or with incomes below a specified threshold.
Authorizes $500 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030 to fund the program.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4733
Sponsor: Rep. Sorensen, Eric [D-IL-17]
Process start date: 2025-07-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program Establishment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4733.

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 2025-07-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a financial assistance program for low-income households to cover water and wastewater costs.
  • Assistance includes overdue bills and current charges for drinking water and sewage services.
  • The program targets individuals already receiving other social assistance or with incomes below a specified threshold.
  • Authorizes $500 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030 to fund the program.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Sorensen, Eric [D-IL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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