Arizona has received confirmation that it will receive $31,623,000 from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, as announced by Rep. Ruben Gallego in a statement from his office. The funds are allocated for important water quality and supply projects intended to support the state’s future in this resource-limited context. “In Arizona, we know that securing our water future is vital to our continued success,” said Gallego, according to a press release from Rep. Gallego’s office.
The allocated funds represent a significant investment in the state’s water infrastructure. Of the total, $18,258,000 will be directed to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for water quality and infrastructure projects, while $13,365,000 will go to the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, focusing on maintaining safe drinking water. These efforts aim to address the challenges of water scarcity and environmental health. The funds are part of Rep. Gallego’s initiative to manage Arizona’s water needs, which includes legislation to modernize water infrastructure, securing resources through the House-passed Water Resources Development Act, and advocating for water funding for tribal communities.
Rep. Gallego’s office also emphasized the consistency of his efforts to address water concerns, highlighting his support for Tribal water rights settlements and ongoing collaboration with local water leaders. In line with these actions, Gallego’s dedication to this issue is further detailed in his report, titled “Securing Arizona’s Water Future,” which sheds light on his comprehensive approach to ensuring a sustainable water supply for his constituents and the state at large…