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Clean Water for Rural Communities Act
4/7/2025, 3:42 PM
Summary of Bill S 685
Bill 115 s 685, also known as the Clean Water for Rural Communities Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve access to clean and safe drinking water for rural communities across the country.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to help fund water infrastructure projects in rural areas. These projects could include upgrading aging water treatment facilities, improving water distribution systems, and implementing new technologies to ensure water quality meets federal standards.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase funding for programs that provide technical assistance to rural communities in managing their water resources. This could include training for water system operators, assistance with water quality testing, and support for developing long-term water management plans. Overall, the Clean Water for Rural Communities Act seeks to address the challenges faced by rural communities in ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water. By providing funding for infrastructure improvements and technical assistance, the bill aims to improve water quality and public health in these underserved areas.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to help fund water infrastructure projects in rural areas. These projects could include upgrading aging water treatment facilities, improving water distribution systems, and implementing new technologies to ensure water quality meets federal standards.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase funding for programs that provide technical assistance to rural communities in managing their water resources. This could include training for water system operators, assistance with water quality testing, and support for developing long-term water management plans. Overall, the Clean Water for Rural Communities Act seeks to address the challenges faced by rural communities in ensuring access to clean and safe drinking water. By providing funding for infrastructure improvements and technical assistance, the bill aims to improve water quality and public health in these underserved areas.
Current Status of Bill S 685
Bill S 685 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 21, 2017. Bill S 685 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on March 21, 2017. Bill S 685's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 659. as of November 15, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 685
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 685
Primary Policy Focus
Water Resources DevelopmentComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 685
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