AWRC Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2026-09-15T08:06:06Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7889 AWRC Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Water Resources Development. Stay informed on legislative developments.

9/15/2026, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7889

The bill, designated as H.R. 7889 in the 119th Congress and introduced on March 9, 2026, aims to amend the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 to reauthorize the water resources research and technology institutes program.

Congressional Summary of HR 7889

Advancing Water Research and Collaboration Act of 2025 or the AWRC Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 and modifies the Water Resources Research Act Program of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Under the program, USGS provides grants for Water Resources Research Institutes that are in each of the 50 states as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam. Among other activities, the institutes plan and conduct research to improve water supply reliability and address water problems.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7889

Bill HR 7889 is currently in the status of Passed in House since September 14, 2026. Bill HR 7889 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2026. Bill HR 7889's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of September 14, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7889

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Water Resources Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7889

To amend the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 to reauthorize the water resources research and technology institutes program, and for other purposes.