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Emergency Rural Water Support: Expanding Access and Streamlining Aid

This act aims to improve access to clean drinking water in rural areas during emergencies like natural disasters. It expands eligibility for water infrastructure grants and simplifies permitting for temporary water treatment facilities, directly enhancing the safety and health of affected residents.
Key points
Expands eligibility for grants related to water resources infrastructure (potable water, wastewater, storm drainage, solid waste) for rural communities.
Increases the population limit for eligible rural communities from 10,000 to 35,000 residents, allowing more towns to qualify for assistance.
Provides a temporary exemption from discharge permits for portable water treatment facilities for 6 months following a disaster or emergency declaration, speeding up clean water provision.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4879
Sponsor: Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21]
Process start date: 2025-08-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emergency Rural Water Response Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4879.

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 2025-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands eligibility for grants related to water resources infrastructure (potable water, wastewater, storm drainage, solid waste) for rural communities.
  • Increases the population limit for eligible rural communities from 10,000 to 35,000 residents, allowing more towns to qualify for assistance.
  • Provides a temporary exemption from discharge permits for portable water treatment facilities for 6 months following a disaster or emergency declaration, speeding up clean water provision.
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. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21].

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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