Bills · HR 337
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 337Water storageWater resources funding
To provide technical and financial assistance for groundwater recharge, aquifer storage, and water source substitution projects.
INTRO JAN 13· LAST ACTION JAN 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because many parts of the U.S. are facing increasing water scarcity and more frequent droughts. This bill aims to make water supplies more stable and resilient by directly funding projects that put water back into underground reservoirs, which are vital natural storage systems.
If this bill becomes law, more communities could get federal financial and technical support to conserve water and manage their resources better, potentially reducing the impact of future droughts and ensuring a more consistent water supply for homes, farms, and businesses. If it doesn't pass, these specific types of water management projects might not receive this dedicated funding from this source, potentially slowing efforts to improve groundwater management and local water security.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Transfers $3 million annually from existing water recycling funds to be used for groundwater projects.
Provides a dedicated funding stream for replenishing underground water supplies and improving water management.
PROVISION 02
The funds are specifically directed towards projects for groundwater recharge, aquifer storage, and water source substitution.
Supports critical water management strategies to combat drought and ensure long-term water availability.
PROVISION 03
The funding is made available for fiscal years 2026 through 2031.
Establishes a clear, multi-year timeframe for the availability of these specific funds.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 6
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
21
BILLS LED
29
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 4 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 13
Introduced in House
JAN 13
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 337
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 13, 2025
Last actionJan 13, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 13, 2025
House BillHR 337Water storageWater resources funding
To provide technical and financial assistance for groundwater recharge, aquifer storage, and water source substitution projects.
INTRODUCED JAN 13, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 13, 2025
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READING
1 min
COSPONSORS
6
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