Gallego Announces Over $31 Million in Water Funding Coming to Arizona
PHOENIX – Today, Rep. Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) announced $31,623,000 in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is coming to Arizona for clean water and drinking water projects.
“In Arizona, we know that securing our water future is vital to our continued success. That’s why I proudly voted for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” said Rep. Gallego. “I’m glad to have secured the funding announced today, which will help ensure Arizonans have access to safe, clean water.”
Of the $31 million, $18,258,000 will go to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for water quality and infrastructure projects and $13,365,000 will go to the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund to maintain healthy drinking water.
Today’s announcement builds on Rep. Gallego’s work to secure Arizona’s water future, including:
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introducing legislation to modernize Arizona’s water infrastructure,
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securing Arizona wins in the House-passed Water Resources Development Act,
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fighting for water funding for tribes,
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supporting Tribal water rights settlements, and
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meeting with local water leaders.
You can learn more about Rep. Gallego’s work in his report: Securing Arizona’s Water Future.