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Local Water Protection Act

USA119th CongressHR-7376| House 
| Updated: 2/11/2026
Hillary J. Scholten

Hillary J. Scholten

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (1)
Brian J. Mast (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to ensure the continuation of vital water quality initiatives by amending the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. Its primary purpose is to reauthorize funding for programs dedicated to managing nonpoint source pollution, which includes runoff from agriculture, urban areas, and other diffuse sources. The bill specifically modifies Section 319(j) of the Act, extending the authorization for appropriations. This amendment shifts the funding period from the previously authorized fiscal years 2023 through 2027 to a new period covering fiscal years 2027 through 2031 . By doing so, it provides sustained federal support for states and territories to implement their nonpoint source management programs, crucial for protecting and restoring water bodies across the nation.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-1331
Local Water Protection Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2008
Local Water Protection Act
Feb 4, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Feb 5, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Feb 11, 2026
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Feb 11, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Feb 11, 2026
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Discharged
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-1331
    Local Water Protection Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2008
    Local Water Protection Act


  • February 4, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 4, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • February 5, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.


  • February 11, 2026
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • February 11, 2026
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • February 11, 2026
    Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Discharged

Environmental Protection

Environmental assessment, monitoring, researchState and local government operationsWater quality

Local Water Protection Act

USA119th CongressHR-7376| House 
| Updated: 2/11/2026
This legislation aims to ensure the continuation of vital water quality initiatives by amending the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. Its primary purpose is to reauthorize funding for programs dedicated to managing nonpoint source pollution, which includes runoff from agriculture, urban areas, and other diffuse sources. The bill specifically modifies Section 319(j) of the Act, extending the authorization for appropriations. This amendment shifts the funding period from the previously authorized fiscal years 2023 through 2027 to a new period covering fiscal years 2027 through 2031 . By doing so, it provides sustained federal support for states and territories to implement their nonpoint source management programs, crucial for protecting and restoring water bodies across the nation.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-1331
Local Water Protection Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2008
Local Water Protection Act
Feb 4, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Feb 5, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Feb 11, 2026
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Feb 11, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Feb 11, 2026
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Discharged
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-1331
    Local Water Protection Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2008
    Local Water Protection Act


  • February 4, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 4, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.


  • February 5, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.


  • February 11, 2026
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • February 11, 2026
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • February 11, 2026
    Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Discharged
Hillary J. Scholten

Hillary J. Scholten

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (1)
Brian J. Mast (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee

Environmental Protection

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Environmental assessment, monitoring, researchState and local government operationsWater quality