To amend the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to permit certain grant funds to be used for assisting regional economies with limiting industrial consumptive water use, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · February 1, 2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
This bill amends federal economic development law to allow communities facing water shortages to use existing grant funds for new purposes. Specifically, it expands eligibility for Public Works and Economic Development Act grants to include helping regional economies reduce industrial water consumption and adapt water infrastructure in response to droughts and extreme heat. The legislation affects communities struggling with decreased water supplies and the industries operating within them, particularly in water-stressed regions. By allowing these grants to be redirected toward water conservation efforts, the bill aims to help economically vulnerable areas manage the combined challenges of water scarcity and industrial adaptation. No specific new funding amounts or implementation timelines are outlined in the legislation, as it primarily modifies how existing grant programs can be used.
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