Bills · HR 4961
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4961Environmental Protection
Public Utility Remediation and Enhancement for Water Act
INTRO AUG 12· LAST ACTION AUG 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because emerging contaminants, such as PFAS chemicals, are a growing concern in drinking water across the country due to their links to serious health problems and their persistence in the environment. Many local water treatment plants lack the technology or funding to effectively remove these contaminants, leaving communities vulnerable. If this bill becomes law, it would provide crucial financial support, allowing water utilities to upgrade their infrastructure and protect public health without placing the entire financial burden on local residents through higher water bills or taxes. Without this bill, many communities might struggle to afford the necessary upgrades, potentially delaying remediation efforts and prolonging exposure to these harmful substances.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a grant program for publicly owned treatment works to address emerging contaminants.
This creates a dedicated funding stream to help local water utilities tackle new and complex pollution challenges.
PROVISION 02
Specifies that grants can be used for planning, design, and construction to prevent, limit, or treat perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other emerging contaminants.
It directly targets specific chemicals known to be widespread and harmful, providing a clear focus for the funding.
PROVISION 03
Sets the federal share of project costs at not less than 75%.
This ensures that a substantial portion of expensive upgrade projects are covered by federal funds, easing the burden on local communities.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes $200,000,000 to be appropriated for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2028.
This provides a specific funding commitment for the program over several years, allowing for significant investment in water infrastructure.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 10
D· Michigan
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
52
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 40%
DEM 8 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSAUG 13
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
AUG 12
Introduced in House
AUG 12
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4961
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedAug 12, 2025
Last actionAug 13, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED AUG 12, 2025
House BillHR 4961Environmental Protection
Public Utility Remediation and Enhancement for Water Act
INTRODUCED AUG 12, 2025· LAST ACTION AUG 13, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
10
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
