House Passes WRDA 2026 with Support for Sonoma County
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026, which includes a specific authorization for $60 million in water and wastewater infrastructure funding for Sonoma and Marin counties in California.
The legislation provides essential support for projects aimed at improving stormwater management, flood resilience, and the modernization of aging wastewater systems. This funding is particularly significant for local entities like the Russian River County Sanitation District, which has faced operational challenges during recent storm events. The bill’s passage reflects a bipartisan effort to address regional water needs and ecosystem restoration. By prioritizing projects that enhance systemic resilience, the authorization helps local agencies move forward with long-delayed upgrades and critical capital improvements.
North Carolina State Water Infrastructure Authority Awards New Funding
The North Carolina State Water Infrastructure Authority approved funding for various drinking water, wastewater, and PFAS-related projects. The awards were finalized during a July 2026 meeting to support state-wide infrastructure needs.
Source: NC Department of Environmental Quality
Coalition Urges Strong Federal Funding for Water Infrastructure
A coalition led by the American Public Works Association (APWA) is advocating for robust federal funding for water infrastructure, citing the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026. The proposed legislation aims to reauthorize and increase funding for both Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds through 2030.
Source: APWA
Ephrata City and Port Awarded Grant for Infrastructure Planning
The City of Ephrata and the Ephrata Port District received a $75,000 state grant to develop a comprehensive economic development plan. The plan will identify necessary upgrades for local sewer, water, and stormwater systems.
Source: GCJ News
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