Bill · H.R. 10162· House(119-HR-10162)
STORMWATER Act
- Introduced
- 8/27/2026
- Last activity
- 8/27/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
- Sponsored by
- Timothy Kennedy
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "STORMWATER Act," aims to extend the authorization for centers of excellence focused on stormwater control infrastructure technologies. It specifically amends the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to change the number of required centers to five. The bill also extends the timeframe for these authorizations from fiscal years 2022-2026 to fiscal years 2027-2031. Additionally, it mandates that one of these centers be located in and focused on the Great Lakes region.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+3
The bill advances research into stormwater control technologies which can mitigate environmental impacts.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+3
The bill extends the authorization for centers of excellence focused on infrastructure technology research.
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?+2
Improved stormwater management technology can enhance resilience against flood-related disasters.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Research and Infrastructure Capacity: The bill increases the number of centers to five, which may expand the capacity for stormwater control infrastructure technology development (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Regional Focus on the Great Lakes: The bill requires one of the centers to be located in and focused on the Great Lakes region, providing specific attention to that area (Section 2(a)(4)).
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Extended Funding and Authorization: By extending the years for authorization and appropriations to fiscal years 2027 through 2031, it ensures continued support for these centers (Section 2(a)(2) and Section 2(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+3Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+2
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+2Improves Economic Growth+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- Healthcare
- Increases Research Funding+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+1
- 10/5/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 8/27/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan
Mike KellyRepublican · Pennsylvania
Nicholas LangworthyRepublican · New York
Haley StevensDemocrat · Michigan
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan