MORE WATER Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 Sep 2026): Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 652.
What this bill does
The bill, S. 3738, titled the MORE WATER Act, aims to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It proposes to reauthorize a program for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects and establish a new Water Conveyance Improvement Program. The bill would provide grants for feasibility studies, planning, design, and construction of these water-related projects.
This legislation primarily affects "Reclamation States," which are states and territories described in a 1902 Act related to water infrastructure. The Water Conveyance Improvement Program specifically targets projects that provide safe drinking water to low-income communities and environmental benefits, such as protections for endangered species or habitat restoration.
S. 3738 was introduced in the Senate in January 2026 and has since been ordered reported by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources with an amendment. The next step in the legislative process would be for the bill to be considered by the full Senate.
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Timeline
17 Sep 2026
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 652.
Common questions
- What does S. 3738 do?
- The bill, S. 3738, titled the MORE WATER Act, aims to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It proposes to reauthorize a program for large-scale water recycling and reuse projects and establish a new Water Conveyance Improvement Program. The bill would provide grants for feasibility studies, planning, design, and construction of these water-related projects. This legislation primarily affects "Reclamation States," which are states and territories described in a 1902 Act related to water infrastructure. The Water Conveyance Improvement Program specifically targets projects that provide safe drinking water to low-income communities and environmental benefits, such as protections for endangered species or habitat restoration. S. 3738 was introduced in the Senate in January 2026 and has since been ordered reported by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources with an amendment. The next step in the legislative process would be for the bill to be considered by the full Senate.
- Has S. 3738 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 3738. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 3738?
- S. 3738 was sponsored by Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA] (D-CA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 3738?
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 652. (17 Sep 2026).
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