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Read. Follow. Verify.Urban Waters Federal Partnership Act of 2025 establishes federal framework for urban waterway restoration
Last action · March 27, 2025: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Appropriations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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What This Bill Would Do
The Urban Waters Federal Partnership Act of 2025 creates a formal federal program to coordinate the restoration and revitalization of urban waterways. The bill mandates to improve water quality, public access, and economic development in urban areas.
This legislation formalizes a multi-agency approach to urban water management, which could shift how federal resources are allocated for local environmental and infrastructure projects in cities across the country.
Who It Would Affect
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Urban communities
These areas are the focus of the restoration and revitalization efforts proposed by the bill.
Federal environmental agencies
These agencies are required to coordinate their efforts under the new partnership framework.
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Formalization of Urban Water Partnership
The bill seeks to codify an existing partnership model into federal law, potentially increasing its longevity and funding stability.
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