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Increased Funding for Clean Water and Wetlands Protection

This act boosts federal funding for clean water programs and wetlands protection from 2026 to 2030. This means better drinking water quality and a healthier natural environment for citizens, along with support for local water management initiatives.
Key points
Significant increase in funding for wetlands protection programs to $300 million annually.
Increased financial support for states, interstate agencies, and municipalities for clean water management to $500 million annually.
Improved protection of water resources and ecosystems, leading to a healthier environment for all.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5445
Sponsor: Rep. Scholten, Hillary J. [D-MI-3]
Process start date: 2025-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal-State Partnership for Clean Water Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5445.

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 2025-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Significant increase in funding for wetlands protection programs to $300 million annually.
  • Increased financial support for states, interstate agencies, and municipalities for clean water management to $500 million annually.
  • Improved protection of water resources and ecosystems, leading to a healthier environment for all.
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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Environment Public Investments