DOI to spend $147.6 million on water reliability projects
Funds will support 42 projects in 10 states that are struggling with drought and other scarcity-related concerns
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EPA administers $3 billion to replace lead pipes nationwide
Funds come from the Lead Pipe and Paint Action Plan, which helps communities replace lead pipes and remove lead paint
Houston suburb updates water, wastewater master plans to accommodate future growth
Plan designed to ensure League City can provide adequate water supplies and handle increased wastewater flow
DOI announces $35 million for water supply projects in western states
Projects funded will help ensure consistent water supply and mitigate the impact of climate change
Pennsylvania releases $105 million for transportation, pipeline projects
State funds will help aid transit safety and resource accessibility
Austin, Texas, requiring large projects to tap into city’s reclaimed-water system
Plan requires large projects built within 500 feet of the city’s purple-pipe reclaimed water infrastructure must connect to it or install an onsite water reuse system
Study finds consistent break rates with aging water pipes
Utah State University report provides insights for asset management planning in utilities nationwide
Federal agencies increase efforts to tackle lead hazards
Commitments include reducing lead exposure in underserved communities and promoting environmental justice to protect those localities from hazardous waste
$40 million available for streamflow restoration projects in Washington
State will prioritize projects that benefit threatened or endangered fish or are located in specific watersheds
Texas awards six grants to support military base upgrades
Texas will invest $15.4 million to improve military water supply and rail operation projects
