FLOWS Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (20 Jul 2026): Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
What this bill does
The Futureproofing Local Operations for Water Systems Act of 2026, or FLOWS Act of 2026, would establish a grant program managed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator. This program aims to provide assistance for designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining digital infrastructure technology for water systems in rural areas. This technology could include tools for monitoring water loss, detecting infrastructure issues, and improving operational efficiency, as well as training for managing such systems and addressing cybersecurity risks.
The bill would affect owners or operators of publicly owned water systems or treatment works serving rural areas, as well as the rural areas themselves, and states or Tribes acting on their behalf. Priority for grants would be given to entities serving fewer than 3,300 people and those serving communities most in need, such as those controlled by local public bodies or community members. The bill also includes provisions for a study on the impact of digital technology in rural water infrastructure and requires a report on the study and grant program results.
H.R. 9776 was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 20, 2026, and has been referred to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Energy and Commerce. As it is newly introduced, it has not yet undergone committee review, debate, or votes in either the House or the Senate.
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Timeline
20 Jul 2026
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9776 do?
- The Futureproofing Local Operations for Water Systems Act of 2026, or FLOWS Act of 2026, would establish a grant program managed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator. This program aims to provide assistance for designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining digital infrastructure technology for water systems in rural areas. This technology could include tools for monitoring water loss, detecting infrastructure issues, and improving operational efficiency, as well as training for managing such systems and addressing cybersecurity risks. The bill would affect owners or operators of publicly owned water systems or treatment works serving rural areas, as well as the rural areas themselves, and states or Tribes acting on their behalf. Priority for grants would be given to entities serving fewer than 3,300 people and those serving communities most in need, such as those controlled by local public bodies or community members. The bill also includes provisions for a study on the impact of digital technology in rural water infrastructure and requires a report on the study and grant program results. H.R. 9776 was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 20, 2026, and has been referred to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Energy and Commerce. As it is newly introduced, it has not yet undergone committee review, debate, or votes in either the House or the Senate.
- Has H.R. 9776 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9776. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9776?
- H.R. 9776 was sponsored by Rep. Crawford, Eric A. "Rick" [R-AR-1] (R-AR), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9776?
- Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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. (20 Jul 2026).
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