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Rural Water and Wastewater Support: New Grants and Increased Loan Limits

This bill helps rural residents build or repair private water wells and septic systems through grants and loans. It increases financial aid for low-income households and raises the maximum loan amount for others.
Key points
Free grants for water and septic systems for low-income rural households.
Maximum loan amount increased from $15,000 to $20,000 for rural water systems.
New funding available to cover 5-year performance warranties on wastewater systems.
The program is extended to continue providing support until 2031.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
To amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to modify provisions relating to rural decentralized water systems grants.
Print number: HR 7921
Sponsor: Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]
Process start date: 2026-03-12