AWWA celebrates introduction of legislation to reauthorize SRFs, WIFIA

The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee introduced legislation to authorize over $35B in funding for water infrastructure programs over the next four years, including $16.5B for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. The proposal implies a multi-year boost to water infrastructure investment, which is likely to be a supportive signal for related public works spending.

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The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee introduced legislation to authorize over $35B in funding for water infrastructure programs over the next four years, including $16.5B for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. The proposal implies a multi-year boost to water infrastructure investment, which is likely to be a supportive signal for related public works spending.