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Water Advanced Technologies for Efficient Resource Use Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:36 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5438
Bill 117 HR 5438, also known as the Water Advanced Technologies for Efficient Resource Use Act of 2021, aims to promote the development and implementation of advanced technologies to improve water resource management in the United States. The bill focuses on increasing efficiency in water use, reducing waste, and enhancing conservation efforts.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for research and development of innovative water technologies, grants for state and local governments to implement water-saving measures, and support for public-private partnerships to advance water conservation initiatives. The bill also calls for the establishment of a national water efficiency standard to guide future water management practices.
Overall, Bill 117 HR 5438 seeks to address the growing challenges of water scarcity and quality in the US by encouraging the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and practices to ensure sustainable water resources for future generations.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for research and development of innovative water technologies, grants for state and local governments to implement water-saving measures, and support for public-private partnerships to advance water conservation initiatives. The bill also calls for the establishment of a national water efficiency standard to guide future water management practices.
Overall, Bill 117 HR 5438 seeks to address the growing challenges of water scarcity and quality in the US by encouraging the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and practices to ensure sustainable water resources for future generations.
Congressional Summary of HR 5438
Water Advanced Technologies for Efficient Resource Use Act of 2021
This bill provides statutory authority for the WaterSense program of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and sets forth related requirements. Under the program, the EPA awards grants to provide incentives for consumers to purchase water-efficient products.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5438
Bill HR 5438 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 30, 2021. Bill HR 5438 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 30, 2021. Bill HR 5438's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change. as of October 1, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5438
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
38Democrat Cosponsors
38Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5438
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5438
To provide incentives for the purchase of water-efficient products, and for other purposes.
Water Advanced Technologies for Efficient Resource Use Act of 2021
Water Advanced Technologies for Efficient Resource Use Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5438
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