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Urban Waters Federal Partnership Act of 2025 establishes federal framework for urban waterway restoration

Original title: Urban Waters Federal Partnership Act of 2025

March 27, 2025

water qualityurban planningenvironmental policyfederal infrastructure

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Where This Stands

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Last action
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.Mar 27, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

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 is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

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.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

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.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this bill do?
It establishes a federal partnership framework to coordinate the restoration and revitalization of urban waterways.
What is the current status of the bill?
It was introduced on March 27, 2025, and is currently under review by three House committees.

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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.

Urban Waters Federal Partnership Act of 2025

Connected Entities

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organizationCommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure“Committee assigned to review the bill.”Map →

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  • Controversy10
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