Bill · S. 3693· Senate(119-S-3693)

Large-Scale Water Recycling Reauthorization Act

Age: 62 years

Nevada

Introduced: 1/27/2026
Last activity: 9/17/2026 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 647.
Sponsored by: Catherine Cortez Masto
Cosponsors: - 0 - 1

Water Resources Development

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What this bill would do

This bill is known as the Large-Scale Water Recycling Reauthorization Act. It changes the rules for a competitive grant program for large-scale water recycling and reuse. The text updates the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It adds feasibility studies into the mix alongside planning. It also changes certain limits related to these projects.

Yes· 3 of 7

Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+3
Extended water recycling programs promote more sustainable water management practices.
Would farmers be better off under this?+2
Improved water recycling provides more stable water resources for agricultural needs.
Is this likely to create jobs?+2
Extended water infrastructure funding can stimulate job creation in the water management and construction sectors.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.

Who it would affect, and how

Potential Positive Impacts for People

Feasibility Studies Added: Section 1, item (1) and item (2)(A) add feasibility studies and planning for eligible projects. This could benefit people by helping determine if projects work before full funding is spent.
Increased Maximum Grant Amount: Section 1, item (2)(B) changes the number 30'' to 60''. This increases the maximum dollar limit for a feasibility study for an eligible project or to an eligible project.
Extended Program Life: Section 1, item (3)(A) strikes 5 years'' and inserts 10 years''. This extends the authorization for the grant program.
Protection for Ongoing Construction: Section 1, item (3)(B) adds an exception for any project under construction as of the termination date. This protects ongoing projects from being cut off when the program reaches its end date.

Potential Negative Impacts for People

The provided text does not explicitly contain any potential negative impacts, burdens, or consequences for individuals or groups of people in the United States.

Groups and Interests Ranking

Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.

Demographic And Interest Groups: Good For Farmers+2Good For Rural Residents+1Good For Union Workers+1
Environment Energy And Infrastructure: Improves Environmental Protections+3Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+1
Economy And Finance: Increases Job Creation+2Improves Economic Growth+1