AWRC Act of 2025
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (16 Oct 2025): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
What this bill does
The Advancing Water Research and Collaboration Act of 2025, or AWRC Act, proposes to reauthorize a program focused on water resources research and technology institutes. It would amend the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 to include the artificial intelligence industry in its stated purposes. The bill also authorizes appropriations for this program, setting aside $16 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2029.
This legislation affects water resources research and technology institutes by modifying how funds are allocated and what types of research are prioritized. Specifically, it designates 20 percent of the authorized funds for research on interstate water problems. The bill was introduced in the Senate and has been referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. Its next step would be consideration by that committee.
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Timeline
16 Oct 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Common questions
- What does S. 3015 do?
- The Advancing Water Research and Collaboration Act of 2025, or AWRC Act, proposes to reauthorize a program focused on water resources research and technology institutes. It would amend the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 to include the artificial intelligence industry in its stated purposes. The bill also authorizes appropriations for this program, setting aside $16 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. This legislation affects water resources research and technology institutes by modifying how funds are allocated and what types of research are prioritized. Specifically, it designates 20 percent of the authorized funds for research on interstate water problems. The bill was introduced in the Senate and has been referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. Its next step would be consideration by that committee.
- Has S. 3015 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 3015. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 3015?
- S. 3015 was sponsored by Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (R-AR), with 4 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 3015?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (16 Oct 2025).
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