Lets states and communities get more federal help for water storage and drought projects.
States and local communities could get more federal help for water projects. This bill would expand existing programs for water storage. It would also create a new grant program for natural ways to manage water, helping communities deal with drought and water shortages.
Today, federal programs for water storage have specific limits on who can get help. They also limit what types of projects qualify. There is no dedicated federal grant program for natural water retention projects. If this bill passes, the federal government would offer more financial help for water storage projects in many states, including those with certain approved feasibility studies. It would also expand who qualifies for small storage grants. A new grant program would be created with $15 million authorized each year for natural water management projects. This would start in the government's budget year 2027.
S 3732 · 119th Congress · January 29, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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