Tribal Water Infrastructure Grants Expansion Act
Rep. Wilson Introduces Tribal Water Infrastructure Grants Expansion Act to Boost Funding by $500 Million
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Personal Impact
This bill would direct up to $3 billion over six years specifically toward tribal water infrastructure, with no requirement that tribes put up matching funds. Many tribal communities currently lack reliable access to safe drinking water or adequate wastewater treatment, and this funding could significantly improve water quality and public health on reservations. The elimination of the matching requirement is especially important because many tribal governments lack the tax base to meet those cost-sharing rules.
“there is authorized to be appropriated $500,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2031 to make grants, in cooperation with the Director of the Indian Health Service”
Milestones
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Introduced in House
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Tribal Water Infrastructure Grants Expansion Act
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