Bills · HR 5834
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5834Environmental Protection
Critical Water Supplies for Resilient Communities Act
INTRO OCT 24· LAST ACTION OCT 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it directly addresses the growing challenge of water scarcity and drought across many parts of the United States. By making the alternative water source grant program permanent and expanding the definition of "critical water supply needs," the bill helps communities proactively plan for and adapt to climate change and increasing populations.
If this bill becomes law, more communities will have access to federal funds to invest in long-term, sustainable water solutions, potentially preventing future water crises. If it doesn't pass, the program might remain temporary or have a narrower focus, limiting the ability of states and localities to secure their water futures and leaving them more vulnerable to severe droughts and water shortages.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Removes the "pilot program" designation for alternative water source grants, making it a permanent program.
This ensures a stable, ongoing source of federal support for communities developing new water supplies, rather than a temporary initiative.
PROVISION 02
Expands the definition of "critical water supply needs" to include both existing and anticipated future needs, and specifically local or regional drought resiliency.
This broadens eligibility for grants, allowing more communities to plan for future water challenges and drought impacts.
PROVISION 03
Establishes a requirement for the Administrator to submit annual reports to Congress on funded projects.
This increases transparency and accountability for how federal grant money is used to address water supply issues.
PROVISION 04
Extends the program's authorization until fiscal year 2031.
This provides an additional five years of potential funding and operational authority for the alternative water source projects program.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSOCT 25
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
OCT 24
Introduced in House
OCT 24
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5834
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 24, 2025
Last actionOct 25, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 24, 2025
House BillHR 5834Environmental Protection
Critical Water Supplies for Resilient Communities Act
INTRODUCED OCT 24, 2025· LAST ACTION OCT 25, 2025
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