Dry-Redwater Regional Water Authorization Act

Sponsor: Troy Downing (Republican-MT)May 12, 2026

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Passed Both Chambers

Signed into Law

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Montana and North Dakota communities would get federal help for a new water system and steady power.

This bill would approve a new water system for parts of Montana and North Dakota. It sets aside $602 million to build the system, which would bring safe water to people in specific counties. The system would also get power at a steady, predictable rate from a federal program.

What Would Change

If this bill becomes law, the Dry-Redwater Regional Water Authority System would be federally authorized, allowing it to receive up to 75% federal funding for its construction and secure reliable, firm-rate power from a federal program.

Key Provisions

Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to carry out a water system project for communities in Montana and North Dakota.
Sets aside $602,000,000 to pay for building the water system from the government's budget years 2027 to 2037.
Caps the federal government's share of construction costs at 75% of the total, which would not need to be paid back.
Guarantees the water system access to federal power at a steady, firm rate for its operations.
Allows federal funds to pay for key parts of the water system, including pumps, treatment plants, pipelines, and power facilities.
Protects Montana's existing state water laws and its ability to manage water resources.

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Dry-Redwater Regional Water Authorization Act

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