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Water Project Navigators Act

10/10/2024, 1:39 PM

Summary of Bill S 5014

Bill 118 s 5014, also known as the Water Project Navigators Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish a program within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that would provide assistance to communities in navigating the complex process of securing funding for water infrastructure projects.

The bill aims to address the challenges that many communities face in accessing the necessary resources to improve their water systems. By creating a team of "navigators" within the EPA, the bill seeks to streamline the process for communities to apply for and receive funding for water projects.

The navigators would be responsible for assisting communities in identifying funding opportunities, completing grant applications, and coordinating with various federal agencies to ensure that projects are successfully funded and implemented. Additionally, the navigators would provide technical assistance to communities to help them address any challenges they may encounter during the project development and implementation process. Overall, the Water Project Navigators Act is designed to improve access to funding for water infrastructure projects and help communities across the country improve the quality and reliability of their water systems. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently being considered for passage.

Current Status of Bill S 5014

Bill S 5014 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 10, 2024. Bill S 5014 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 10, 2024.  Bill S 5014's most recent activity was Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held. as of September 11, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5014

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5014

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5014

Water Project Navigators Act
Water Project Navigators Act
A bill to provide for the establishment of a Water Project Navigators Program, and for other purposes.

Comments

Rosalia Clarke profile image

Rosalia Clarke

667

1 year ago

I oppose this bill.

Gwen Lawson profile image

Gwen Lawson

769

1 year ago

This bill is a game changer! Can't wait to see the impact it has.

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