Nogales Wastewater Improvement Act of 2022

9/22/2023, 4:00 PM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Bill 117 HR 8426, also known as the Nogales Wastewater Improvement Act of 2022, aims to address the issue of wastewater management in the city of Nogales, Arizona. The bill focuses on improving the infrastructure and systems that handle wastewater in order to protect public health and the environment.

Specifically, the bill allocates funding for the construction of new wastewater treatment facilities, upgrades to existing infrastructure, and the implementation of advanced technologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of wastewater management in Nogales. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and regulating the discharge of wastewater to ensure compliance with environmental standards.

The Nogales Wastewater Improvement Act of 2022 has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of investing in infrastructure to protect the health and well-being of residents in Nogales. The bill is seen as a crucial step towards addressing the challenges of wastewater management in the city and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all residents. Overall, the Nogales Wastewater Improvement Act of 2022 is a significant piece of legislation that aims to improve wastewater management in Nogales, Arizona through funding for infrastructure upgrades and regulatory measures. It represents a bipartisan effort to address a pressing issue and protect public health and the environment.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 8426

Introduced on
2022-07-19

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Bill 117 HR 8426, also known as the Nogales Wastewater Improvement Act of 2022, aims to address the issue of wastewater management in the city of Nogales, Arizona. The bill focuses on improving the infrastructure and systems that handle wastewater in order to protect public health and the environment.

Specifically, the bill allocates funding for the construction of new wastewater treatment facilities, upgrades to existing infrastructure, and the implementation of advanced technologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of wastewater management in Nogales. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and regulating the discharge of wastewater to ensure compliance with environmental standards.

The Nogales Wastewater Improvement Act of 2022 has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of investing in infrastructure to protect the health and well-being of residents in Nogales. The bill is seen as a crucial step towards addressing the challenges of wastewater management in the city and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all residents. Overall, the Nogales Wastewater Improvement Act of 2022 is a significant piece of legislation that aims to improve wastewater management in Nogales, Arizona through funding for infrastructure upgrades and regulatory measures. It represents a bipartisan effort to address a pressing issue and protect public health and the environment.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.