Every Drop Counts Act

2/11/2025, 5:08 AM
Congress
119

Number
HR - 338

Introduced on
2025-01-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
Jim Costa

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/13/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Every Drop Counts Act

This bill expands the Bureau of Reclamation's Small Storage Program, which is a grant program for small surface water or groundwater storage projects in certain western states.

First, the bill expands the types of projects that are eligible for grants under the program. Specifically, the bill makes a project eligible for a grant if the project (1) has water storage capacity of recharges no less than 200 acre-feet and no more than 150,000 acre-feet on an average annual basis over the life of the project for storage or use; and (2) increases groundwater aquifer storage, conveys water to or recovers water from groundwater storage, and stabilizes groundwater levels.

Next, it extends Reclamation's authority to carry out the grant program for another five years.

Bill 119 HR 338, also known as the Water Storage Investment Act, aims to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to focus on increasing surface water and groundwater storage. The bill seeks to address the growing concerns surrounding water scarcity and the need for improved water infrastructure in the United States.

The main goal of the bill is to enhance the country's ability to store and manage water resources effectively. This includes investing in projects that will increase surface water storage capacity, such as reservoirs and dams, as well as improving groundwater storage through the use of aquifer recharge and other methods.

By increasing water storage capacity, the bill aims to better prepare the country for droughts, floods, and other water-related challenges. This will not only help ensure a more reliable water supply for communities and agriculture but also contribute to overall water conservation efforts. In addition to focusing on water storage, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to water infrastructure. This may include funding for water quality improvement projects, water conservation initiatives, and other measures aimed at enhancing the country's water resources. Overall, Bill 119 HR 338 represents a significant step towards addressing the pressing need for improved water infrastructure in the United States. By increasing surface water and groundwater storage capacity, the bill aims to better protect and manage the country's water resources for future generations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to increase surface water and groundwater storage, and for other purposes.

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Latest Summary4/2/2025

Every Drop Counts Act

This bill expands the Bureau of Reclamation's Small Storage Program, which is a grant program for small surface water or groundwater storage projects in certain western states.

First, the bill exp...


Latest Action1/13/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.