Water Infrastructure Modernization Act of 2025

Advanced Technology Integration: Section 2 adds a definition for intelligent water infrastructure technology, which includes real-time monitoring and artificial intelligence tools designed to reduce operational costs, energy consumption, and chemical treatment use. This could lead to more efficient and cost-effective wastewater and stormwater management for communities.

Support for Disadvantaged Communities: Section 2 includes advanced metering infrastructure and meter data analytics to improve end-user conservation and support disadvantaged communities. This provision aims to help vulnerable populations better manage their water usage.

Improved Leak Detection: Section 2 outlines technologies that can identify or reduce water losses, detect pipe integrity issues, and alert operators to leaks or pipe bursts in real time. This could prevent major water losses and infrastructure failures that affect the public.

Increased Funding: Section 2 increases the authorized funding amount from twenty-five million dollars to fifty million dollars and extends the program through 2028. This provides more financial resources for critical water supply needs.