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Chincoteague could get NASA repayment for moving town water wells

Officially: Contaminated Wells Relocation Act

Chincoteague could move three drinking water wells off NASA-managed land and get NASA repayment for direct costs. NASA would have to share the agreement with Congress within 18 months.

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NASA could make a repayment deal with the Town of Chincoteague, Virginia. The deal could last up to five years.
NASA could repay only direct costs for moving the drinking water wells off NASA-managed land. The new wells must be on land the town controls.
The deal is expected to cover three remaining wells that are still on NASA property.

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Latest: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 149. (9/8/2025)

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