Affordable Safe Drinking Water Act of 2020

Senate Bill 3160 - Affordable Safe Drinking Water Act of 2020: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3160 Affordable Safe Drinking Water Act of 2020 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:22 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3160

Affordable Safe Drinking Water Act of 2020

This bill revises the clean water state revolving fund (SRF) program and the drinking water SRF program. Both programs provide financial assistance for water infrastructure.

The bill removes the 30-year term limits for loans under the SRF programs. Thus, new loans under the programs may have terms up to the projected useful life of the projects. Loan terms for existing loans may, on agreement of the parties to the loan, be extended.

In addition, the bill allows states to use a percentage of SRF funds to replace pipes, plumbing fittings, and fixtures that carry water contaminated with lead or perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (commonly referred to as PFAS) at certain state, municipal, or tribal facilities (e.g., schools, parks, and senior centers) that provide the public or employees with drinking water. PFAS are man-made and may have adverse human health effects.

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Current Status of Bill S 3160

Bill S 3160 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 8, 2020. Bill S 3160 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on January 8, 2020. Bill S 3160's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of January 8, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3160

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3160

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Government lending and loan guarantees

- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances

- State and local finance

- Water quality

- Water resources funding

- Water use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3160

Affordable Safe Drinking Water Act of 2020

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act to modify the payment periods of loans from State revolving funds under those Acts, and for other purposes.