States could give more grants and loan forgiveness for clean water projects instead of just standard loans. At least 20% of federal clean-water grant money would have to go toward this deeper financial help when enough communities apply.
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Clean Water Affordability Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Latest action on H.R. 5833: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Who this affects: This bill affects communities that rely on state clean water loan funds to build and maintain wastewater and stormwater systems, especially lower-income households and towns that struggle to afford these projects on their own. State agencies that manage these revolving funds would face new requirements on how they distribute financial help.
Why this matters: Many communities across the country face aging water infrastructure and rising costs for treatment systems. This bill could shift more federal clean water money toward outright grants and forgiveness instead of loans, making it easier for struggling communities to upgrade their systems. However, the tradeoff is that revolving funds could shrink over time if less money is repaid.
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Officially: Clean Water Affordability Act
States could give more grants and loan forgiveness for clean water projects instead of just standard loans. At least 20% of federal clean-water grant money would have to go toward this deeper financial help when enough communities apply.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR5833. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Water Resources and Environment
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. (10/25/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Clean Water Affordability Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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