Bills · S 1730
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1730Environmental Protection
Water Affordability, Transparency, Equity, and Reliability Act of 2025
INTRO MAY 13· LAST ACTION MAY 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses critical issues of public health, environmental protection, and economic fairness related to essential water services. Many communities across the U.S. face challenges with aging water pipes, contaminated drinking water, and wastewater systems that are unable to meet modern demands, which can lead to health risks and environmental damage.
If this bill becomes law, it would provide a consistent, substantial source of funding to help states and local communities address these infrastructure problems, potentially leading to cleaner, safer, and more reliable water for everyone. It also pushes for a closer look at whether water services are affordable and equitable, which could lead to policies that prevent people from losing access to water due to high costs or unfair practices. Without this bill, many communities might continue to struggle with deteriorating infrastructure and increasing water costs without sufficient federal support.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Provides $17.2 billion annually for Clean Water Programs, including grants for wastewater treatment and pollution control.
This significant funding is crucial for upgrading wastewater infrastructure and protecting water quality, which impacts public health and ecosystems.
PROVISION 02
Allocates $16.2 billion annually for Safe Drinking Water Programs, including capitalization grants for drinking water infrastructure projects and technical assistance.
This ensures substantial, ongoing investment in making sure communities have access to clean, safe drinking water, preventing public health crises.
PROVISION 03
Designates $525 million annually for rural water services and $1.05 billion annually for water and sewer facilities in Indian Health Service areas.
This targets specific support to underserved rural and tribal communities that often lack adequate water and sanitation infrastructure.
PROVISION 04
Directs the EPA to conduct a study on water affordability, discrimination, public participation, and data collection related to water and sewer services.
This aims to identify systemic issues in water access and cost, potentially leading to policies that ensure equitable and affordable water for all.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 13
Introduced in Senate
MAY 13
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1730
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 13, 2025
Last actionMay 13, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 13, 2025
Senate BillS 1730Environmental Protection
Water Affordability, Transparency, Equity, and Reliability Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAY 13, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 13, 2025
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READING
15 min
COSPONSORS
5
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