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Funds Water Storage Projects and Grants

Recent Bills/Funds Water Storage Projects and Grants

Funds Water Storage Projects and Grants

IntroducedJanuary 29, 2026

In Senate3 days ago

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House

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Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Water Resources DevelopmentWater resources fundingWater storageWater use and supplyWatersheds

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Why This Matters

This bill provides funding for water storage projects and grants for natural water retention projects to improve water management.

If you live in a Reclamation State, this bill could bring $20 million annually for water storage projects in your area.

Who this affects

Water management organizations · Local governments · Irrigation districts

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill allows the Secretary of the Interior to provide financial assistance for water storage projects in Reclamation States.
2It reauthorizes a small storage program with a funding limit of $20 million each year from 2027 to 2033.
3The bill authorizes $15 million each year from 2027 to 2031 for natural water retention and release projects.

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IntroducedJan 29

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HouseCurrent

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

President

The President

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