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Every Drop Counts Act

11/20/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 338

Bill 119 HR 338, also known as the Water Storage Investment Act, aims to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to focus on increasing surface water and groundwater storage. The bill seeks to address the growing concerns surrounding water scarcity and the need for improved water infrastructure in the United States.

The main goal of the bill is to enhance the country's ability to store and manage water resources effectively. This includes investing in projects that will increase surface water storage capacity, such as reservoirs and dams, as well as improving groundwater storage through the use of aquifer recharge and other methods.

By increasing water storage capacity, the bill aims to better prepare the country for droughts, floods, and other water-related challenges. This will not only help ensure a more reliable water supply for communities and agriculture but also contribute to overall water conservation efforts. In addition to focusing on water storage, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to water infrastructure. This may include funding for water quality improvement projects, water conservation initiatives, and other measures aimed at enhancing the country's water resources. Overall, Bill 119 HR 338 represents a significant step towards addressing the pressing need for improved water infrastructure in the United States. By increasing surface water and groundwater storage capacity, the bill aims to better protect and manage the country's water resources for future generations.

Congressional Summary of HR 338

Every Drop Counts Act

This bill expands the Bureau of Reclamation's Small Storage Program, which is a grant program for small surface water or groundwater storage projects in certain western states.

First, the bill expands the types of projects that are eligible for grants under the program. Specifically, the bill makes a project eligible for a grant if the project (1) has water storage capacity of recharges no less than 200 acre-feet and no more than 150,000 acre-feet on an average annual basis over the life of the project for storage or use; and (2) increases groundwater aquifer storage, conveys water to or recovers water from groundwater storage, and stabilizes groundwater levels.

Next, it extends Reclamation's authority to carry out the grant program for another five years.

Current Status of Bill HR 338

Bill HR 338 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 13, 2025. Bill HR 338 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 13, 2025.  Bill HR 338's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of November 19, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 338

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
19
Democrat Cosponsors
7
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 338

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Water resources funding
- Water storage

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 338

To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to increase surface water and groundwater storage, and for other purposes.
To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to increase surface water and groundwater storage, and for other purposes.

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