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Clean Water: Funds for Removing Contaminants from Drinking Water

This act aims to improve drinking water quality nationwide. It establishes a grant program for local water utilities to remove new, harmful chemical substances from water. This will ensure citizens have access to safer water, with modernization costs partially covered by federal funds.
Key points
The federal government will allocate $200 million annually (from 2026-2028) to assist water utilities in removing contaminants.
Grants will cover at least 75% of the costs for planning, designing, and constructing systems to treat water for new chemical substances.
The goal is to ensure that water delivered to homes is free from harmful substances like PFAS, improving public safety and health.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4961
Sponsor: Rep. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3]
Process start date: 2025-08-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Utility Remediation and Enhancement for Water Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4961.

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 2025-08-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government will allocate $200 million annually (from 2026-2028) to assist water utilities in removing contaminants.
  • Grants will cover at least 75% of the costs for planning, designing, and constructing systems to treat water for new chemical substances.
  • The goal is to ensure that water delivered to homes is free from harmful substances like PFAS, improving public safety and health.
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. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3].

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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