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Removing Nitrate and Arsenic in Drinking Water Act
5/1/2025, 1:23 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2656
Bill 119 HR 2656, also known as the Safe Drinking Water Act Amendment, aims to address the issue of nitrate and arsenic contamination in drinking water. The bill proposes to provide grants for projects that focus on reducing nitrate and arsenic levels in water sources across the United States.
The main goal of this legislation is to improve the quality of drinking water by funding projects that specifically target the reduction of nitrate and arsenic. These contaminants are known to have harmful effects on human health, including increased risk of cancer and other serious health conditions.
The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the Safe Drinking Water Act, which may include additional funding for water infrastructure improvements, research on water quality issues, and other initiatives aimed at ensuring safe and clean drinking water for all Americans. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2656 represents a significant step towards addressing the growing problem of nitrate and arsenic contamination in drinking water and ensuring that all Americans have access to safe and clean drinking water.
The main goal of this legislation is to improve the quality of drinking water by funding projects that specifically target the reduction of nitrate and arsenic. These contaminants are known to have harmful effects on human health, including increased risk of cancer and other serious health conditions.
The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the Safe Drinking Water Act, which may include additional funding for water infrastructure improvements, research on water quality issues, and other initiatives aimed at ensuring safe and clean drinking water for all Americans. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2656 represents a significant step towards addressing the growing problem of nitrate and arsenic contamination in drinking water and ensuring that all Americans have access to safe and clean drinking water.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2656
Bill HR 2656 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 3, 2025. Bill HR 2656 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 3, 2025. Bill HR 2656's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of April 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2656
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2656
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2656
To amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to provide grants for nitrate and arsenic reduction projects, and for other purposes.
To amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to provide grants for nitrate and arsenic reduction projects, and for other purposes.
Comments

Arabella Peterson
422
7 months ago
What does this bill mean for our water? Will it make a difference? #confused
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2656
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