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Clean Water Support: New Aid Rules for Communities and Well Owners.

This bill modifies the State response to contaminants program under the Safe Drinking Water Act. It expands eligibility for financial assistance to include small, disadvantaged communities and private well owners facing water contamination issues or lacking the capacity to finance improvements. The goal is to ensure safer drinking water for more citizens.
Key points
Expands financial assistance eligibility for communities that are or may become disadvantaged due to water quality improvement costs.
Allows support for small communities (under 10,000 people) unable to finance clean water initiatives on their own.
Introduces the possibility of aid for private drinking water well owners whose wells are not connected to public water systems, in cases of contamination.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1324
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2025-04-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to modify eligibility for the State response to contaminants program, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1324.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands financial assistance eligibility for communities that are or may become disadvantaged due to water quality improvement costs.
  • Allows support for small communities (under 10,000 people) unable to finance clean water initiatives on their own.
  • Introduces the possibility of aid for private drinking water well owners whose wells are not connected to public water systems, in cases of contamination.
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 Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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