WASH Sector Development Act of 2022

Senate Bill 3893 - WASH Sector Development Act of 2022: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-03-13T03:40:03Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3893 WASH Sector Development Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 3:40 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3893

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Sector Development Act of 2022 or the WASH Sector Development Act of 2022

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish the Water and Sanitation Needs Working Group to measure and report on the number and approximate geographic distribution of households that do not have access to drinking water infrastructure or a means for the safe collection and disposal of wastewater. The EPA must also establish a program under which it awards grants to nonprofit organizations for assisting such households.

Current Status of Bill S 3893

Bill S 3893 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 22, 2022. Bill S 3893 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 22, 2022. Bill S 3893's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of March 22, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3893

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3893

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3893

WASH Sector Development Act of 2022

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Sector Development Act of 2022

A bill to collect information regarding water access needs across the United States, to provide grants for decentralized drinking water systems, and for other purposes.